Baker Cyst Center - Detroit, MI
Detroit Rheumatologist Doctors for Baker CystType of Physician: Rheumatologist What is a Rheumatologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine; practitioners treat diseases of the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. The rheumatologist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, etc. The rheumatologist may work closely with other specialists such as orthopaedic surgeons and physical therapists. Specialty: Rheumatology Common Name: Rheumatologist Doctors in Detroit * University Physician Group Internal Medicine  John Dingle VA Medical Center  Henry Ford Hospital Internal Medicine  Grosse Pointe Park Internal Medicine Center  Associated Physicians of Dearborn  South Macomb Internists PC  South Macomb Internists PC  Allan Morton DO  Berj M Nercessian MD  Ali M Dagher MD  Steven A Portney MD PC  Bon Secours Cottage Internists  Voravit Geravipoolvorn MD  Lane B Scheiber II MD  Shores Rheumatology  Shores Rheumatology  Shores Rheumatology  Paul F Goerke DO  Faith Primary Care PC  Eye Clinic of Michigan  Manveen Saluja MD  Henein Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center  Associated Rheumatology Consultants  Associated Rheumatology Consultants  Associated Rheumatology Consultants  Associated Rheumatology Consultants  Botsford Rheumatology  Botsford Rheumatology  Oakland Arthritis Center  Oakland Arthritis Center  Oakland Arthritis Center  Oakland Arthritis Center  John E Tower DO  John E Tower DO  Barclay Internists  Wayne Arthritis Center  Samir R Yahia MD  Joseph J Weiss MD  Levan Medical Center  Josephine Aloot MD & Phyllis Birkel MD  Josephine Aloot MD & Phyllis Birkel MD  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Internal Medicine  James B Lesser MD PLLC  Eugene Y Su MD  Dale E Baker MD  Milford Family Practice  Ann Arbor Rheumatology  Ann Arbor Rheumatology  Ann Arbor Rheumatology  David K Vallance MD  University of Michigan Infectious Disease  Arthritis Institute of Michigan  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Infectious Disease  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Pediatric Pulmonology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Infectious Disease  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  University of Michigan Rheumatology  Briarwood Health Associates  University of Michigan Brighton Health Center  Advanced Orthopedic Specialists PC  Advance Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic  Advance Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic  Michigan Rheumatology Group  Orthopaedic Associates of Port Huron  Consultants in Arthritis  Consultants in Arthritis  Arthritis & Rheumatology Center of Hillsdale PC  St Mary's of Michigan Rheumatology  Allegiance South  Allegiance South Detroit, MichiganKnown as the world's traditional automotive center, "Detroit" is a metonym for the American automobile industry and an important source of popular music legacies celebrated by the city's two familiar nicknames, The Motor City and Motown. Upcoming Local Events2012-05-26
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Baker CystWhat is a Baker cyst?A Baker cyst is swelling caused by fluid from the knee joint protruding to the back of the knee. The back of the knee is also referred to as the popliteal area of the knee. A Baker cyst is sometimes called a popliteal cyst. When an excess of knee joint fluid is compressed by the body weight between the bones of the knee joint, it can become trapped and separate from the joint to form the fluid-filled sac of a Baker cyst. The name of the cyst is in memory of the physician who originally described the condition, the British surgeon William Morrant Baker (1839-1896).
What causes a Baker cyst?Baker cysts are not uncommon and can be caused by virtually any cause of joint swelling (arthritis). The excess joint fluid (synovial fluid) bulges to the back of the knee to form the Baker cyst. The most common type of arthritis associated with Baker cysts is osteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis. Baker cysts can occur in children with juvenile arthritis of the knee. Baker cysts also can result from cartilage tears (such as a torn meniscus), rheumatoid arthritis, and other knee problems.
What are symptoms of a Baker cyst?A Baker cyst may cause no symptoms or be associated with knee pain and/or tightness behind the knee, especially when the knee is extended or fully flexed. Baker cysts are usually visible as a bulge behind the knee that is particularly noticeable on standing and when compared to the opposite uninvolved knee. They are generally soft and minimally tender. Baker cysts can become complicated by protrusion of fluid down the leg between the muscles of the calf (dissection). The cyst can rupture, leaking fluid down the inner leg to sometimes cause the appearance of a painless bruise on the inner ankle. Baker cyst dissection and rupture are frequently associated with swelling of the leg and can mimic phlebitis of the le... Recommended Reading Related to Baker CystIntroductionWhile the patient's history and physical examination are the building blocks of making a medical diagnosis, the ability to peer inside the body can be a powerful tool. Ultrasound is an imaging technique that provides that ability to medical practitioners. What is an ultrasound?Ultrasound produces sound waves that are beamed into the body causing return echoes that are recorded to "visualize" structures beneath the skin. The ability to measure different echoes reflected from a variety of tissues allows a shadow picture to be constructed. The technology is especially accurate at seeing the interface between solid and fluid filled spaces. These are actually the same principles that allow SONAR on boats to see the bottom of the ocean. What is ultrasonography?Ultrasonography is body imaging using ultrasound in medical diagnosis. A skilled ultrasound technician is able to... Other Related Baker Cyst ArticlesEmergency Contact for Detroit
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