02/10/2026
Knee Joint Effusion | Why Does Water Build Up in the Knee? | Causes & Treatment
Knee joint effusion, commonly described as “water in the knee,” refers to excess fluid buildup inside or around the knee joint. In this video, the Dr. Sulaiman Dawood, Orthopaedic Surgeon explains the common causes of knee swelling and fluid accumulation, along with different treatment options depending on the underlying cause.