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.

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 ...

June 13, 2008 (Paris) — Ultrasound effusion, a feature of synovial inflammation seen on ultrasound studies in knee osteoarthritis (OA), is an independent predictor of the need for joint replacement, a ...

Injury to any of the muscles, bones, or ligaments of the knee can cause severe pain Not all knee complaints require orthopedic referral. This review of basic testing and exam techniques will help you ...

A pericardial effusion occurs when a significant amount of fluid fills the pericardial space. Individuals without pericardial effusion have a small amount of pericardial fluid (15 mL to 50 mL), which ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A previously healthy 11-year-old girl presented to the orthopedic clinic with a 6-month history of “popping” ...

Pleural effusion, also called water on the lung, happens when fluid builds up in the space between your lungs and chest cavity. You may have symptoms, such as chest pain, depending on the cause. Thin ...