Baker Cyst
What is Baker Cyst?
Baker Cyst sometime also known as Popliteal Cyst is swelling caused by fluid from the knee joint protruding to the back of the knee. When an excess of knee joint fluid is compressed by the body weight between the bones of the knee joint, it can become trapped and separate from the joint to form the fluid-filled sac of a Baker cyst.
Symptoms of Baker Cyst
- Tightness behind the knee
- Bulge behind the knee that is particularly noticeable
- Swelling of the leg
Causes of Baker Cyst
- Joint Swelling
- Excess Joint Fluid
- Cartilage Tear
Treatment for Baker Cyst
- Removal of joint fluid
- Anti-Inflammatory Medications
- Arthroscopy