Of all causes, overuse is the most common reason for an infused knee. Fluid buildup is your body’s way of protecting the area from extra damage. You may have minor swelling after a vigorous activity.

Knee swelling without any visible injury is often ignored, with many assuming it will resolve on its own. However, recurring swelling can signal an underlying problem known as Knee Effusion, a ...

The radiograph shows knee effusion, which can be seen as water density above the patella and anterior to the fibula. The next best step in treatment is to perform arthrocentesis to evaluate the fluid ...

Some amount of fluid around your knee is necessary — it helps cushion your bones and keeps the joint limber. But if too much fluid accumulates, it can lead to an effusion (or an abnormal collection of ...

An increasing number of rheumatologists have access to ultrasound equipment that provide both color and power Doppler modes, which can be used to investigate musculoskeletal and vascular pathologies.