Diagnosis of Fluid on the Knee
Understand how fluid on the knee is diagnosed with expert insights into medical evaluations and tests in the steps healthcare professionals take to identify the underlying causes.
How is Fluid on the Knee Diagnosed?
Experiencing a swollen knee can be both painful and limiting, affecting your ability to move comfortably and carry out daily activities. We see patients who struggle to get out of a chair, or are unable to get up and down stairs. Sometimes we see sportspeople who report that they only get a swollen knee after […]
Knee Effusion Tests and Examinations
When we examine the knee, we might need to see if there is swelling there. Patients may report to us that the knee is swollen, but it actually may not be. For example, it could be adipose tissue in the case of people who are overweight, or it could be hypertrophy (bone laid down around […]
Fluid On the Knee X-ray Diagnosis
Experiencing knee pain and swelling can be both uncomfortable and worryingly chronic. When you visit your GP, one of the key diagnostic tools they might use is an x-ray to check for any underlying structural damage to the knee. But is an X-ray actually useful? Let's explore the process and importance of fluid on the […]