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What does left anterior knee pain mean? is anterior the back of the knee?
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See details: The.Back of the knee is posterior. Arthritis, cysts and tears are the most likely reasons for posterior knee pain.
Answered 4/15/2020
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Kneecap area.: Anterior knee pain refers to pain around the kneecap area, which is in the front of the knee. The back of the knee is the posterior side.
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