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What Can Cause Pin Prick Sensation In The Back Of Knee?

I have a feeling a pin prick in the back of my knee. It only occurs in one place, and I can not feel it when I am sitting down. It is not super painful, mainly uncomfortable and it usually occurs when I am walking around. I have started training for a half marathon, could running have caused this? What could be causing this sensation?
Mon, 5 Jan 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello
I have studied your case. Yes your knee pain can be due to excessive walking.
There is possibility of cartilage damage leading to knee pain.
I will advise you x ray and MRI to confirm diagnosis.
Another possibility of ligament injury .
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
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What Can Cause Pin Prick Sensation In The Back Of Knee?

Hello I have studied your case. Yes your knee pain can be due to excessive walking. There is possibility of cartilage damage leading to knee pain. I will advise you x ray and MRI to confirm diagnosis. Another possibility of ligament injury . I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.