Is stiff back and stiff legs signs of a popliteal aneurysm?

No: Popliteal aneurysms are usually asymptomatic until they become very large (>3 CM in diameter). Symptoms at that stage may be soreness behind the knee, swelling of foot or calf, or numbness/tingling of the foot, along with an easily palpable pulse behind the knee. Popliteal aneurysms are treated once they are >2cm due to the risk of clotting not rupture.

Get evaluated: If popliteal aneurysm is ruled out, look for other causes of stiff back and legs. You may need to drink more water. Acupuncture and chinese medicine can help a lot as can exercises like tai chi. Find a good practitioner in your area and look into it.

No: Popliteal aneurysms most likely are asymptomatic. They get discovered if the pulse t the bak of the knee is too strong or there is turbulent flow or a bruit preset or if there is sudden gangrene or coldness in one or several toes. A simple ultrasound with doppler may diagnose it. Other times it is found in the arterigrams while evaluating the circulation of the legs, goin & abdomen.