Baker's Cyst Treatment

[@PrivateChica93]

I'm literally crying. This looks so relieving. I wish I could get these services but instead, they gave me pills. Baker's Cyst are so painful and I wouldn't wish this pain on my worst enemy.

[@inertiamedical24]

It can typically be addressed with ease when using ultrasound!

[@scarlettapplejaxsaj1767]

Soooo…I guess you’ve never given birth with no pain meds lol?

[@lingmoses3726]

My Cyst don’t hurt… so I’m confused right now.

[@scarlettapplejaxsaj1767]

@@lingmoses3726 Some do, some don’t, but this person is making it sound like it’s the worst pain ever. Rather dramatic to me, but pain is subjective. Have a lovely week.

[@theresadanos9361]

I have one and it’s so painful..wakes up at night in pain I can’t stretch my leg out I’m limping etc… next week I’m getting mine done can’t wait!!!

[@cupcakesnladybug]

I currently have one and it’s the worse pain. I also have pain in my hips as well.

[@virginiabertulano7245]

Thank you for this video, it gives me an idea on how my husband's be treated.

[@tamershaker4759]

Great way of explanation with the video and the Dr.

[@inertiamedical24]

Thank you!

[@scotsmanofnewengland7713]

Had a TKR last March and going for a Baker Cyst drain this week. My range of motion is limited due to the Baker Cyst and tough to do things I generally due at 72. Thanks for the video and helpful for me to understand what is going to take place.

[@grandmasadvice4791]

I have one and went to ER and after 18 hours they said I had a large cyst and told me to take aspirin. And go home. If I was a heroin addict I would go buy some because I’m in so much pain

[@cathyclayton3160]

Great video, thanks! I have a family member who needs to have this done and we're looking for a good dr. in the area but don't know any in NY.

[@mohammadakbarnaseri6055]

Hi dear doctor! I’m glad to which this helpful video, I would like to know about your ultrasound, is it 3D , or 2D ?

[@masontullier5318]

What is recommended for bakers cysts that have already ruptured.??

[@peaceworld5393]

I had a very large bakers for many years and finally had it removed, Not Understanding it would come back. I just cried when I felt the awful pain. Now I think I may be getting 1 in my other knee.

[@TheEstasNoSonHoras]

Where to go to get this treatment in Illinois ? I have a Baker cyst on my left knee.

[@MatthewBaran]

I have cysts in my knees, makes me wonder if I need this surgery. When I fly they think I have razor blades for knees

[@mbaum1951]

Will it come back?

[@Cybernetic263]

How often this needs to be?

[@JR-ke7wl]

OMG- this guy is a magic man!!! Where is he located? Saddly not near me!!! Great video!! Just hope I can find someone like you!!!!

[@inertiamedical24]

We are in Cincinnati, Ohio!

[@furryplantsandcoins9070]

​@@inertiamedical24 Do you have any located near Toledo Ohio or Defiance Ohio by any chance?

[@victoriamorgan8408]

I like your bright lime gloves, btw 😁

[@obxguy1]

Do bakers cyst always present with a lump behind the knee? Or just general swelling and pain?

[@Elkslaya1]

How long does a Baker cyst persist? Until it gets drained?

[@claremanning3371]

Where can I go to find a Doctor in Houston Texas that work with bakers cyst?

[@petersmithyy4556]

Pretty much exactly like this, except I was faced up and the doctor went in and told me that it would be somewhat painful and yeah it wasn't fun to have a large syringe stuck into you, but he drained out 99 cc's of yellow fluid. I can't believe how much was in my leg! I could walk so much better afterwards, and I'm just hoping and praying that it does not come back.

[@inertiamedical24]

Fluid buildup can cause significant impairment!

[@ReasonablySpeaking9808]

Hello, did you go to a specialist or regular primary care doctor?

[@petersmithyy4556]

@@ReasonablySpeaking9808 well I'm 35 and the cause of the baker's cyst and also the knee issue was the fact that I had gotten Lyme's disease or at least I tested positive for it. So I was having major issues with my right knee and almost could not walk at all for a couple of months. It was in pain constantly. Once I got rid of the cyst, and found out that I had lime, I was told that I would need to go on antibiotics and that that would help with my knee pain as well as the symptoms. And about a month or so now on antibiotics and the pain and swelling has gone down around my right knee and it does seem to be improving slowly but surely. I did have to go back to the orthopedic doctor a second time and also had more fluid drained from my knee, although it wasn't as much as before.

[@raquelr5560]

So this procedure is done once?

[@darylyoung7675]

Did it come back?

[@mamat792]

What does it feel like to have the Baker's cyst? Behind my knees feels very tight to where I have difficultly moving around, straightening my legs and absolutely trying to get into a squatting or bend my legs to get to the floor. Hurts terribly even just in bed trying to move from side to side. Although If the day is nice and I can walk, after a while it loosens up. Surprisingly, Advil helps tremendously, but I don't want to be taking it daily. This has been going on for over 3 weeks. I think I over did it playing pickleball and not stretching prior. Any feedback?

[@busywomenmomprojectfitness7976]

I'm fitness trainer and I have this problem it's so painful on my right leg

[@MYROCKOROCKO]

Some serious pipes on The Doc!

[@MatthewBaran]

Do you mean guns? Lol

[@ohthatsfrafra]

Yeah GUNS❤👏....could hardly concentrate. Nice to see a very handsome, knowledgeable and patient doctor that can explain what's going on.

[@kenrickwong3325]

Will baker cyst occur again after draining the fluid?

[@nohmomd]

how quickly does it recur?

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

I have one right now and it is causing me grief….but I have no access to treatment for now…..is there something else I can do for relief? They took 20 cc off the front of the knee and now my foot and ankle swell a lot if I am on my legs for awhile…. Will this ever stop?

[@josephbassie7412]

amazing

[@queenamalu147]

We need dis in Nigeria oooo pls.... I HV been going through this pains for months now.....very painful

[@cikembuncomel]

same like me...very painful😭

[@mrs.serendipity7676]

Can anyone suggest someone that can do this in the Houston area? Nobody I have gone to will do this for some reason.

[@BeautyFullV1rgo]

Doctor is a cutie

[@DanielleRubi90]

I needa get this done soo bad 🥺 Omg he’s handsome btw lol 😂💜

[@victoriamorgan8408]

He’s wearing a mask 😷😆

[@DanielleRubi90]

@@victoriamorgan8408 exactly and he still looks gorgeous lol

[@janehyden1652]

hes got a mask on 000how ccan u tell

[@puftepos]

There's some things I don't get. So, I understand this liquid comes out of the joint. Is it supposed to be in the joint, to begin with? Is yes, is it supposed to come out of the joint? How is it coming out of it? And what comes out is some sort of a surplus which is not needed in the joint? Or if it is not a surplus and is still comes out, is it replaced by other quantity of liquid?

[@strike.22]

yes the liquid is essentially what lubricates the knee joint, so yes the liquid is supposed to be in the knee and if there is a meniscus tear (which i believe is my case atm) liquid can escape the knee joint pocket and build up excess liquid behind the knee creating the bakers cyst. the liquid will replenish itself so no need to worry about "losing too much liquid"

[@mystreteacher]

I had a bakers cyst rupture while jogging about 10 years ago. Felt like lava was being forced throughout the joint. Pure misery.

[@susandavis3545]

My recent knee MRI revealed I do not have a Meniscus tear as diagnosed, but I have mild osteoarthritic changes along with a moderate-sized Baker's Cyst. It's a nagging discomfort. I was treated with two different ant-inflammatory meds I discontinued due to lousy side effects, several P.T. sessions , and a steroid injection in the right side of my knee which only lasted 2 wks. All because of my Meniscus tear diagnosis from an x-ray done by an Ortho surgeon's office. I requested an MRI since nothing seems improved and the Baker's cyst was discovered. Those symptoms were exactly what I described to my ortho physician. He initially mentioned an Arthroscopy to repair the Meniscus tear if no improvement from all the above. I'm wondering if the mild arthritis caused the Baker's Cyst? No word from the MRI follow-up. Wondering what's next? New physician. Leave it alone and hope it resolves itself?

[@joycej9415]

Yes they are a reaction to an injury like a tear or arthritis. Rest and ice, then wearing a knee sleeve has really helped my knee. I read that draining the fluid is not a good idea.

[@demarawilliams7419]

I have one and going to ask to have it drained. i also had a torn meniscus and when I had surgery for that, the cyst was going to be removed or drained but there was a 2nd tear in the meniscus so they left the cyst and hope it will go away due to the surgery but I'm 4 months post op and its not getting better, i cant tell if my problem was the cyst more then the torn meniscus

[@joycej9415]

The injury causes the Cyst. I am just icing and wearing a knee sleeve and it is slowly healing.

[@hamdimohamed5025]

Dr is this cyst can change into cancer? My mum have this cyst

[@LadyAshurii93]

These are no joke they numbed mine and I had to have my husband carry me to my car because I was in so much pain after they drained it. I was screaming with how much it hurt AFTER but the doctor I saw had just numbed and lanced it not draining but with a syringe and the nerve was soo raw for weeks.

[@darylyoung7675]

Had mine drained today and I do not feel any pain. Just a little soreness from the needle being inserted.

[@TheJeka5]

Well looks like im going to fly to ohio . My bakers cyst is getting bigger and they told me only option is to do another acl 😑. When all i want is to remove the fluid! Talking about too mant arteries on the way

[@denise3854]

Please advise what type of doctor I should go to perform this? A family physician? A knee surgeon? I have a bakers cyst and it is hard for me to walk, very painful. Would I be able to walk after this? Please respond and thank you!!

[@mtmg3648]

An orthopedist.

[@rochelleharden50]

How long before you can exercise again?

[@inertiamedical24]

This typically depends on what caused the cyst to form.

[@shirlburris-fg8eq]

They come back

[@darylyoung7675]

Had mine drained today. Only took about 5 mins. 20 ML of fluid drained. Hoping it does not come back.

[@charlesparrett8830]

How you feeling now?

[@darylyoung7675]

Feeling a lot better! I’m back to walking 4 miles a day and can even ride my exercise bike now with no issues.

[@IAmJoeJericho]

Hello doctor, are we allowed to walk after this procedure?

[@inertiamedical24]

Yep!

[@goovitoo]

Now that the knee is still going to make more fluid , is this going to be a weekly surgery since the problem wasnt fixed ,you just added a bandaid to the problem,,

[@KianaG1280]

That's why my Orthopedic said. It doesn't help for the long run. I may need surgery.

[@furryplantsandcoins9070]

Okay so I had an MRI done. They said no Baker cyst was found but I have what I researched is called water under the knee.. What is the difference? I have this huge bulge on the back of my leg behind my knee which I assumed was a baker cyst but they're saying different. I have so much pressure on the top part of my knee and it's painful. When I tried to bend my knee all the way out I can't and when I try to straighten it all the way I can't. This is so frustrating. They did X-rays as well just to find out that I have osteoarthritis which I've known about for years. They have not done an ultrasound though. They want to go in with a scope.

[@estelleadamski308]

5 wks ago I injured my knee, very painful. Had a MRI yesterday and was diagnosed w/a medial meniscus tear & a Baker's Cyst. A x-ray showed no arthritis, have also had a ultrasound which show no blood clot. Usually a Baker's cyst happens when there is another injury to the knee, as in my case. Did you injure your knee? What have you found out? Just curious. This is NO fun and I hate it.

[@furryplantsandcoins9070]

@@estelleadamski308 I injured this knee as a 7-year-old so this was almost 40 years ago. But nobody really did anything about it besides put stitches in my knee. I did end up having the surgery. They found out that I had a meniscus tear so they clean that up and arthritis which they also did something with that I don't remember what exactly they did. My knee still hurts. I still have the Baker cyst but they did remove some of the fluid out of one spot of my knee that they said was inflamed. But then they put more fluid in prior to closing me up so I'm not sure why. He did recommend physical therapy which I said no. Reason why I can't afford the drive all the way over there three times a week. I did ask for exercises and he explained how to do them instead of giving me a printout that had them on it. I would definitely not go back to this surgeon again. He was very vague on some of the stuff that he was talking to me about. Good luck and I hope your doctor does better than the one I had. It did go pretty well The first two days were the worst for as far as the recovery. I did start taking anti-inflammatories which did help so much relieving some of the stiffness I was getting. I also iced it the first few days. This was an outpatient process so no hospital stay. They recommended I have somebody come stay with me or at least come check on me at least two or three times a day which I did have somebody staying with me for a few days. I would recommend having them stay for at least three or four days. Because I overdid it when they left I did my dishes and my normal housework. I did take breaks like I normally do but it was still a little bit too much for my knee to handle. And I did wait two weeks to see my doctor and then I started taking the anti-inflammatories. And then pain medication was every 6 hours for a week. My stomach couldn't handle it so I did two to three a day instead of the four which seem to help.

[@furryplantsandcoins9070]

@@estelleadamski308 oh I definitely is not fun for sure. I did have a walker as well so that helped immensely when I got home. So I was using that at home for a few days so I had something to lean on or if I needed to sit down when I was in the middle of the kitchen trying to do my housework. And then I also took it with me when I went to the store just to walk in and out of it. I hope they can help you feel better soon.

[@estelleadamski308]

@@furryplantsandcoins9070 Thxs for coming back to me. I've had no one to talk to who went thru similar problems.I've watched videos & read articles only so it's nice to connect w/you. It all sounds so discouraging. I'm in a lot of pain and cannot put my leg out straight, or sleep at night. Pillows are no help. I can sleep on my side, but, when I roll over my my knee starts hurting and wakes me up. I was 1st diagnosed w/a strained knee. I knew that was wrong. I am wrapping my legs in ace bandages & have a brace, taking Ibuprofen for pain, and have a walker. I've had a hip replaced 4 yrs ago, and this hurts worse. It is all so discouraging, and seems there is really solution. I feel like I got a double whammy.

[@estelleadamski308]

@@furryplantsandcoins9070 This is not something that was planned. I was just moving a garden flag. It was on the side of the sidewalk, and because of a hip replacement I decided to use the other leg to slam it into the ground, and not the closest foot. I had to lean out in a awkward position and my other leg begin to go over the edge, so the full impact fell on my injured leg. So simple a task to cause all this. I got the Baker's Cyst as a result of the meniscus tear. My Ortho says surgery is not indicated, but, come back in 6 wks if not better. I will go to physical therapy next wk. Thxs. I hope U feel better ,also

[@kimsayvisal2443]

its coming soon.

[@mtmg3648]

NYC here. I just received the insurance estimate to drain my Bakers Cyst at NYU Langone and it's $3800 after insurance!!! (I believe $9k total). This is INSANE. Is this a NYC thing? Curious as to what others have been charged.

[@inertiamedical24]

$9k?!? $300 at our clinic...

[@strike.22]

jesus fcking christ 9k!? I'd rather not treat it and have it kill me😂

[@mjsmjs2765]

I actually feel for Americans, that seems so much just to get it drained???

[@shirlburris-fg8eq]

Medicare,medicaid pays for this.

[@brentredmond839]

Come by the house, I'll drain it for $20 and a 12 pack

[@ogahseth9941]

Please where can I do this in Nigeria

[@KianaG1280]

Lol.

[@cikembuncomel]

maybe orthopedic hospital

[@shirlburris-fg8eq]

I'm in mind blowing pain. Big bakers cyst. No doctor will help

[@promisedprince6201]

And what when there is no more joint fluid!? no one think about that?

[@inertiamedical24]

Good question. The fluid in the Baker's cyst represents excess joint fluid that has made its way through a valve structure in the back of the knee. Aspiration of the fluid in this region does not influence the total fluid within the joint capsule.

[@avanz2885]

@@inertiamedical24 Hi, thanks for showing the procedure and making it look so easy 🙂. I'm wondering about the possibility of recurrence? Fluid reaccumulation requiring multiple drainage? Is that a common outcome? Is there a place for intramuscular steroids or antibiotics?

[@inertiamedical24]

@@avanz2885 The Baker's cyst can recur and if it does, several things can be done to address that. We will often administer anti inflammatory medication into the knee to decrease inflammation and production of excess synovial fluid. Also, if the cyst does recur, we will perform an ultrasound guided fenestration of the cyst membrane which will allow the cyst to decompress. The body will absorb the fluid and the cyst may then stay decompressed. No role for antibiotics as this process does not involve bacteria.

[@avanz2885]

@@inertiamedical24 Thanks so much for answering, very detailed & reassuring 👍

[@tomanykatsify]

My Dr won't drain said will come back. I need knee replacement

[@darylyoung7675]

Get a new Doctor!

[@carolb3327]

So what do people who don't have insurance and don't have a lot of money do when they have this? Just suffer I guess. I'm going to try soaking in epsom salt warm/hot bath. Maybe try to find a good acupuncture tech. Pretty sure it's due to a body that is totally out of alignment, one hip higher than the other and osteoarthritis. Sometimes I just wonder if there's nothing but pain to look forward to when you're over 60 and don't have a lot of money to treat these things.

[@strike.22]

sadly that is correct, if you dont have insurance your safest bet is finding the cheapest but trust worthy doctor to take a look and prescribe you meds. if its serious ive found some stretching/treatment videos you may find on youtube may help out a bit.

[@victoriamorgan8408]

It feels so gross. Like a water balloon is in my knee. I can’t stand the feeling of it.

[@claremanning3371]

Where can I go to find a Doctor in Houston Texas that work with bakers cyst?