Diagnosis The diagnosis of the disease that leads to the development of pain in the kneecap area is usually done in several steps. Simple clinical examinations are in many cases supplemented by radiological procedures. The most important clinical examinations include palpation of the patella surface and assessment of the patella’s displaceability. In addition, the triggerability … Diagnosis | Pain in the kneecap
Synonyms: Baker Cyst, Popliteal Cyst, Synovial Cyst Definition The popliteal cyst is a protrusion of the posterior capsule of the knee joint as a result of increased pressure in the knee joint (joint effusion). Creation The popliteal cyst or Baker’s cyst is not to be understood as a disease, but much more as a symptom … Popliteal cyst
Causes Pathophysiologically, the development of a popliteal cyst is based on an irritation of the synovial membrane. As a result, the synovialis produces more synovial fluid to counteract the irritation. The result is excess pressure in the joint space and bulging of the joint capsule at its weakest point between the insertions of the calf … Causes | Popliteal cyst
Prophylaxis and prognosis Prophylaxis in the true sense of the word cannot be practiced. If a popliteal cyst is known, it is possible to limit one’s activity in case of severe symptoms in order to reduce the swelling. However, if the activity is impaired, one should consider one of the above mentioned therapies together with … Prophylaxis and prognosis | Popliteal cyst
Introduction In case of a joint effusion in the knee, fluid accumulates in the knee joint. This is often synovial fluid, which is produced in excessive quantities by the joint mucosa (synovia). However, blood (haemarthros) or pus (pyarthros) can also accumulate in the knee. The patients affected often complain of pain and restricted mobility of … Articular effusion in the knee
Therapy The treatment of a joint effusion in the knee is initially determined by the underlying disease. If the cause is eliminated, the effusion often disappears. In principle, the affected joint should be protected, for example by means of a splint, and placed high up. Cooling compresses have a slightly decongestant and pain-relieving effect. If … Therapy | Articular effusion in the knee
Prognosis If the cause is successfully treated, the joint effusion in the knee often disappears on its own after some time. However, a chronic effusion can occur if the joint mucosa constantly produces too much synovial fluid due to a permanent irritation. In some cases, a so-called Baker’s cyst can form as a result of … Prognosis | Articular effusion in the knee
Symptoms An accumulation of fluid in the knee joint primarily leads to a visible swelling of the knee, the extent of which depends on the volume. The pressure of the fluid inside the joint capsule usually also irritates nerves inside the capsule, which can lead to pain in the knee joint. This can occur at … Symptoms | Water in the knee
What can you do? – therapy In order to counteract the “water” in the knee in the long term, the cause of the knee joint effusion should generally be investigated. In most cases, the effusion can only be eliminated if the underlying trigger is removed (e.g. cruciate ligament or meniscus lesions). Generally accepted therapy methods … What can you do? – therapy | Water in the knee
Introduction If fluid or water collects in the knee, this is usually referred to as a knee joint effusion. The reason for this is that the fluid is usually located within the capsule of the knee joint, although it is by no means water in the actual sense, as it is colloquially referred to as … Water in the knee
