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Baker cyst
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Fluid-filled sac behind the knee
Symptoms may include a lump or swelling behind the knee, pain and muscle tightness of the knee
Cause commonly related to conditions such as arthritis
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females
Can occur at any age but more common in middle age to older adults
May be mild to severe
May be life threatening if complications occur
Treatments
Rest your leg by using crutches or a walker and slow down on exercise
Avoid bending or squatting and try to keep leg straight as often as possible
Elevate your leg on a pillow
Wrap your knee to decrease swelling
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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