Legal Definition of prospective. 1  1 : relating to or effective in the future a statute's prospective effect. 2  2 : likely to come about : expected to happen prospective inability to perform the contract. 3  3 : likely to be or become a prospective buyer.
Bakers Cyst or Popliteal cyst is a localized swelling at the back of the knee. It is usually caused by an injury or condition in the knee joint which will make the back of the knee swell up increasing pressure and causing pain.
Causes of Pain Behind the Knee. Occasional knee pain is common for people of all age groups, but a chronic pain behind the knee is typically caused by either overusing or placing too much stress on the knee joints. The main causes of pain behind the knee joints include: 4. Arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis can cause pain being the knee joints; it typically results in pain, tenderness, and limitation of movement due to wear and tear of the connective tissue. 5.