What to do if a Baker's cyst ruptures

A Baker’s cyst, or popliteal cyst, is a fluid filled swelling that develops on the back of a person’s knee. Baker’s cysts can sometimes rupture, potentially leading to pain and swelling. This article discusses the symptoms of a ruptured Baker’s cyst. It also explains what happens when a Baker’s cyst ruptures and lists the next steps a person should take.

Source: Medial News Today

Read more

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons logo
  • American Oesteopathic Academy of Orthopaedics logo
  • American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons logo
  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine logo