Knee A to Z

A polymer is a long chain molecule used for making plastics.

Relating to the popliteal area, ie the recess at the back of the knee.

A popliteal cyst is a fluid-filled lump at the back of the knee.

The popliteal fossa is the indented area at the back of the knee.

The popliteofibular ligament connects the popliteus tendon to the top of the fibular bone, in the area at the back of the knee known as the posterolateral corner. Page updated July 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)

The popliteomeniscal fascicles are small but important connections between the popliteus muscle and tendon and the back of the lateral meniscus.

The popliteus muscle is a small but important muscle at the back of the knee. Page updated July 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)

Popliteus tendinitis is an overuse condition, where the attachment of the popliteus tendon to the lateral femoral condyle (bone on the outer side of the knee) becomes painful. Page updated June 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)

The popliteus tendon is the tendon of the popliteus muscle, which is a muscle at the back of the knee.

Popliteus tendonitis is the same condition as 'popliteus tendinitis', but the latter is the more accepted spelling.