Bakers Cyst
A Bakers Cyst (also known as a Popliteal Cyst) is a common disorder of the knee, that usually occurs from an underlying condition or injury, where a fluid-filled sac forms on the back of the knee.
What is Bakers Cyst?
In the knee joint, there is a layer of synovial fluid that acts as a lubricant to help reduce friction within the joint. Small fluid-filled sacs called bursa act as a cushioning agent and helps reduce friction between the knee joint and other muscles and structures. With a Bakers Cyst, the knee creates excess synovial fluid, usually in response to some kind of damage or injury. This excess fluid travels behind the knee and into the popliteal bursa, which swells and bulges, forming a Bakers Cyst.
Bakers Cyst
Signs and Symptoms of Bakers Cyst
The severity of symptoms can vary from patient to patient. Some people do not experience any symptoms at all. For those that do, some of the more common signs and symptoms include:
Causes of Bakers Cyst
As mentioned above, a Bakers Cyst usually is the result of an injury or underlying knee condition. These include:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Meniscus Tear
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear
- Popliteal Injury
- Gout
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