Research estimates between 4 and 20 percent of knee dislocations result in popliteal artery rupture. These are just some of the major examples why a doctor may check a person’s popliteal pulse.

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Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (PAES) affects an artery behind the knee. Learn about symptoms and causes of the condition, treatment options, and more.

The popliteal artery runs behind the knee and supplies blood to the lower leg. An injury to the artery that isn’t repaired quickly can lead to loss of blood supply and potentially amputation.

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But your popliteal artery is easy to find and feel when you know where to look. It has to run through your knee without getting pinched. So the location of your popliteal pulse is behind your knee.

The popliteal artery is palpable (i.e. detectable by hand). People are able to find it and use it to count a pulse in the back of the knee. If the knees are slightly flexed — to about 45 degrees ...

The popliteal lymph nodes are behind the knee. Conditions such as infections and autoimmune conditions can cause swelling, but it is rarely due to cancer. Learn more.