Baker Cyst Center - Germantown, MD
Germantown 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 Germantown * FDA Center for Devices  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  Rockville Internal Medical Group  Robert H Knitzer MD  Center for Rheumatic Diseases & Osteoporosis  Russell R Rothenberg MD  Center for Rheumatic Diseases & Osteoporosis  Center for Rheumatic Diseases & Osteoporosis  Oliver J Lawless MD  Leisure World Medical Center  Potomac Arthritis & Rheumatism  National Institute of Arthritis  National Institute of Arthritis  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  Deborah S Litman MD  Arthritis & Rheumatism Associates  MMI Orthopaedic Associates of Frederick  MMI Orthopaedic Associates of Frederick  Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center  Drs Schnapp & Barth PA  Drs Schnapp & Barth PA  Capital Medical Services  Chaim Bernard Mond MD FACR  Gregory McCormack MD  Eldersburg Arthritis  Eldersburg Arthritis  Arthritis & Pain Associates  Arthritis & Pain Associates  Linda Katz MD  Maryland Advanced Arthritis and Rheumatology  Columbia Medical Practice Internal Medicine  Arthritis Care Specialists of Maryland  Arthritis Care Specialists of Maryland  Arthritis Care Specialists of Maryland  Arthritis Associates of Prince George County  Carroll Arthritis  Nasseri Clinic  Edger V Potter Jr. MD  Mahesh & Renu Chandra MDs  Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedics & Rheumatology  Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedics & Rheumatology  A Shams MD FACR  Drs Yap Cueto & Miller  Margaret A Fountain MD  Rida Frayha MD  Health Associates  John Meyerhoff MD  Falls Medical Specialists  Falls Medical Specialists  Alex Hertzman MD  Harbor Hospital  Ronald S Pototsky MD  Drs Reddy & Reddy  Mercy Medical Center Rheumatology Medicine  Mercy Medical Center Rheumatology Medicine  S Krishna Nandipati MD  Drs Iglehart & McConnell  Raymond W Wilson MD  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center  JHH Rheumatology Lupus Center  Baltimore Arthritis & Rheumatology LLC  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Lynn M Billingsley MD  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Peter A Holt MD  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Johns Hopkins Hospital Rheumatology  Rheumatology Associates of Baltimore  Rheumatology Associates of Baltimore  Stuart M Levine MD  Rheumatology Associates of Baltimore  Rheumatology Associates of Baltimore  Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center  Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center  Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center  Johns Hopkins Rheumatology Vasculitis Center  Johns Hopkins Rheumatology Vasculitis Center  Anne Arundel Rheumatology  Mary Michels MD  Jack R Lichtenstein & Associates  The Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center LLC  Jack R Lichtenstein & Associates  Jack R Lichtenstein & Associates  Roger W Marcus MD  Patuxent Rheumatology Associates LLC  Robert W Timmons MD  Delmarva Orthopaedic Clinic Germantown, MarylandUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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 Germantown
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