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.
An accident or fall with the knee extended is a common cause of pain behind the knee. Occasionally hyperextension from a sports injury (or aggressive activity) can tear the muscle. Chronic overuse. Excessive running such as in a marathon can lead to pain behind the knee.n accident or fall with the knee extended is a common cause of pain behind the knee. Occasionally hyperextension from a sports injury (or aggressive activity) can tear the muscle. Chronic overuse. Excessive running such as in a marathon can lead to pain behind the knee.