pes anserine bursa

Introduction

• the bursa beneath the pes anserine tendon 4-6 cm below the anteromedial knee joint line

Pathology

• inflammation (pes anserine bursitis) is common, especially in individuals with osteoarthritis or varus deformities
  • also occurs in female long distance runners

More general terms

• bursa

Additional terms

• pes anserine (hamstring) tendon
• pes anserine bursitis
• pes anserine pain syndrome