2022年9月27日 · Swelling on the back of one knee may be a Baker cyst. This can form when joint-lubricating fluid fills a cushioning pouch (bursa) at the back of the knee. A Baker cyst is a …

2024年6月12日 · In most cases, back of knee swelling is caused by a build-up of fluid or an abnormal growth in the popliteal space – the soft area at the back of the knee. Here we look at …

Baker cysts are small, fluid-filled lumps that form on the back of your knee. They grow after something damages your knee joint or causes swelling around it. They usually aren’t serious, …

2022年5月30日 · Swelling behind the knee may be the result of an underlying medical condition. One of the main causes is typically a Baker’s cyst. This is a collection of fluid that is present …

2024年8月15日 · Causes of a Baker's cyst may include: Swelling in the knee. This happens when the fluid that lubricates your knee joint increases. When pressure builds up, fluid squeezes into …

2023年5月15日 · A Baker’s Cyst or Popliteal cyst is a prominent swelling at the back of the knee. It is caused by an underlying injury or condition in the knee joint.

2025年1月15日 · Tightness behind the knee is usually caused by hamstring injuries or posterior knee swelling. The most common cause of swelling behind the knee is Bakers Cyst where …

2018年9月17日 · What is a popliteal cyst? A popliteal cyst, also known as a Baker’s cyst, is a fluid-filled swelling that causes a lump at the back of the knee, leading to tightness and …

A Bakers Cyst is the most common cause of swelling, pain and stiffness behind the knee. At the back of the knee is the popliteal bursa - a small fluid filled sac that sits between the hamstring …

There may be a painless or painful swelling behind the knee. The cyst may feel like a water-filled balloon. Sometimes, the cyst may break open (rupture), causing pain, swelling, and bruising …