Aw ShaunazTweet thank you! We do offer telehealth anywhere in Texas and also have an online program as well! Online program is linked below as well as our contact page information! www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/28-day-knee-health-wellness-boost-program/ www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/contact-el-paso-manual-physical-therapy/
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy You deserve recognition, you have a very good ability to describe things properly as they are for everyday people.. My story is I’ve been running 20-33 miles a week which has helped correct my collapsed Lumbar vertebra diagnosed 5 yrs ago. Been told no more running but I would be far worse without it along with sand bag deadlifts power yoga time trial cycling which has created a scaffold of strength around the spine, lots of pain ups & downs lasting years at times with nerve compression affecting my bowels too & energy etc etc. But I am on top of it at the moment & managed two half marathons in 1HR 46 mins aged 50. All is great at the moment, barring daily lower back manipulation to correct occasional alignment issues but after 10 mins yoga I feel spot on as I did in my 30’s. Along with a low cellular inflammation ‘whole food’ plant based diet I rarely get muscle soreness / stiffness as I used to have while eating meat & dairy & always have full range of motion as far as the distorted spine will allow other joints are fine, I also have mild inherited Lordosis, sigh;-).. So to the point suddenly while on a recovery run not over training doing low heart rate training the back of my knee started to ache & a sort of funny bone tingling almost ice cream headache feeling / pressure in the joint, it was not like a muscle strain more like something invading the inside. So for the first time ever I had to start walking the rest of the way home, walking created no pain (luckily). A week later I have this persistent swelling behind my knee like an elongated bubble, not massive but noticeable visually. After resting for 3 days doing mobility the swelling is still there, I decided to run a bit since the joint has no pain & I have full range of motion without any pain at all only very quiet clicks that come & go & way less since on the plant diet. It’s just this soft swelling but the tendons etc are fully functional. That is when I figured Bakers cysts Yikes:-0..: I ran yesterday and the swelling is half the size so I assume the fluid, if it is that? Went back into the joint?. Very worrying and after nearly 6 years since scoliosis diagnosis aiming to conquer my 20 yrs of landscaping related Lumbar damage I am now facing possibly a damaged knee cartilage?. You try to fix one thing and the strain on other parts in doing that has resulted in the knee protesting. It’s like balancing plates, ha.. No pressure on you, but would you advise an x-ray to start?.. Thanks again for the very informative video.:-)..
Information very knowledgeable Dr. Knows what he's talking about ...going though the V..A. . System not good at communication to the Patient . Been at it for the past 4 months .. still in pain .. exercises are helpful. High five !!!!.
Hey Joe! Sorry to hear that you've been in pain and dealing with the VA for the past 4 months :-( We're glad to hear that you're benefitting from the exercises.
I had a reoccurring bakers syst for about five years the first one ruptured and the other two went away after about a two month time span the doctors told me they couldn't do anything for it and they didn't know how it happens basically live with it and take pain killers having rheumatoid arthritis that's what they put it down to (same as everything else that I get)I've tried to study this and never have I found an explanation for why or how (in 15 years) so many many thanks for this . explanation
Hey Jan! Thanks for sharing your story! We're so sorry you hadn't seen someone who really understood Baker's Cysts before. Glad you've found our video though! Have you started any of our exercises to take pressure off your knee? The best place for you to start would be with "Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain" ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
Yeah I've started doing some of them I have rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis bone on bone I'm in the process of getting off medication (after having multiple issues with side effects)so I'm finding it really hard to do them I'mhaving to modify.... The doctors want me to have replacements on both knees but am determined to try everything I can before that's even considered an option ..the journey begins
YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! This is fantastic to hear Maryellen!!!! Here's a playlist of all our Baker's Cyst videos in case you need more help: "Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help" ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
I love this! Thank you! I have a bakers cyst that goes in and out for over 4 years. generally when hiking downhill. Never have it running. Sometimes have it stair climbing. It will go come and go. I’m sort of paranoid of it popping now. Hopefully I can work on my knee and that doesn’t happen. Kind of unsure what I should do to make sure it doesn’t ever pop
I have what seems like a cyst that pops out to either side of my knee. I can move it around and have to push it back in to relieve the discomfort. It's only when I do that I can walk again. Great info btw!
Wow! That sounds unique...a bit different than a Baker's cyst. Usually cysts in the knee have the same root problem. So your knee problem might need to be treated the same way as we describe in the video. Thanks so much for the compliment on our info!.
Hey Barbara! Great question! Glute strength is most important to develop to help take pressures off the knee joint and help a Baker's Cyst. Here are exercises to start doing: "Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain" ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html You've got to keep in mind that a Baker's Cyst may never fully go away. The reasonable expectation you should look for is to get it under control so that you don't have knee pain and it doesn't get worse. It may shrink a bit, but there may always be some minor swelling in the area due to the ligaments that were stretched out on the back of the knee. Does that make sense? If you're looking for a more comprehensive set of exercises that would help your knee, then you should look into the 28 Day Knee Health & Wellness Boost Program. It's a 100% online, on-demand program led by Dr. David where he teaches you exercises, concepts and gives all his best advice on how to get your knee healthy enough to avoid surgery, injections and medications. You can learn more about it here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-health Please let us know if you have any questions :-)
I had no knee problems or pain at all until I injured my knee. X-ray showed no fracture or arthritis. MRI showed complex meniscus tear, bone bruise & a Baker's Cyst. My ortho says my knee is a mess! Extreme pain still after 9 wks. My DR said If I were younger I would've had surgery already. I see no solution to my dilemma. DR mentioned maybe a cortisone shot. A nightmare.
Who is it best to see if you think you possibly have a Baker's cyst behind both knees? Pain has persisted for 1 mo. It seems to loosen as the day goes and I'm able to walk more outside the house, but sleeping it pains terribly just to try to turn from side to side. Terribly stiff in the mornings! Advil does help, but I don't want to mask the issue and take it daily. Thank you!
Can a compression knee brace help to ease a bakers cyst. I’m scheduling an appointment to get looked at but in the time being looking into getting a brace for the not necessarily pain but uncomfortable feeling
Hey Lawrence Herman! Compression knee bracing may or may not help. We've seen mixed results here in the clinic. Your best chance is to try it out and see how it goes with easing the uncomfortable feeling.
I have osteoarthritis in my knees and torn meniscus’s…I also have a bakers cyst on back of both knees. Does exercise by riding a recumbent bike hurt or make my cysts worse? I feel no pain when I do it. I’m just afraid to make them worse.
I have a suspected baker cysts at the behind my right knee (rear-left). I used Foucher’s sign(firm in full knee extension and soft in knee flexion) for my self diagnosis since I don't have a time to go to the doctor... No pain so far... I'm a 41 year old cycling enthusiast(former amateur) & I rode my bike for 16 years til I stopped last month because of my lump behind my right knee that I accidentaly discovered.... For the last 7 months, I trained a heavy gearing on uphill parts(3-5% gradient) of my new local bike loop(3-4 times per week) & I have two MTBs(8.7kg & 13kg). My heavy bike is the one that I used more frequently to gain strength but after my instense training sessions, last may or june, my knees hurt for few minutes then the pain disappears, then I continued my heavy gear training till i accidentally noticed a lump behind my right knee... I just want to ask If a frequent heavy gearing in training can contribute to baker cyst. Thank you..
When the cyst ruptures and travels down the leg, are the gluteal muscle exercises still important if it has disappeared behind the knee? I had an ultrasound which currently shows the cyst sitting at the head of the gastrocnemius tendon/muscle. Have you ever seen/heard about this happening?
Hey Shay! Great question, when the cyst ruptures and travels down the leg and settles at the head of the calf muscle...that means your cyst became really bad!! Yes, we see this happen all the time in our Baker's Cyst patients. You absolutely still need to strengthen the quads because now that muscle imbalance that got you the cyst is working on the next problem. It might get you arthritis, a meniscus tear or it could damage the cartilage in your knee. It's just a matter of which is the next weakest link in your knee. If you haven't seen these yet, here are some great glute exercises to start with. “Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain” ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
Hey Alex! sorry to hear about your ACL surgery :-( Here's a video goig over the most common muscle imbalance for back pain and knee pain: ruclips.net/video/Y857LRtVHpE/видео.html
@alex peters - dane thing happened to me after ACL surgery. This was 3 years ago and it keeps coming back every time my activity level goes up. I even had it burst and it’s back now even larger in size. Have been searching for solution for some time and no luck. MRI has shown a minor wear and tear of meniscus. Let me know if you were able to find out anything that worked.
Hey Ann, if you're swollen right now, then yes, you're likely doing too much exercise and you might need to be resting for a bit so that your swelling can be better controlled. In case you need it, here are all our Baker's Cyst videos: "Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help" ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
Hey PatriciaMarie100! PRP might help to heal the meniscus tears temporarily (and it might not work too). But you still have to ask, "how did the tears get there?" Because if you don't solve that problem, then you might get another meniscus tear soon after having PRP injections.
I go to a chiropractor but he’s not to into helping me. I started with lots of right foot pain. Tendons I think. On the outside. Tried changing to better shoes. Didn’t help. Then I got severe knee pain. Then some calf pain. At the kitchen sink I get butt pain. This is all Mostly on the right side. I’ve changed my diet to carnivore for the most part. Lost 14 pounds. 50 to go. I will try the tailgate swings. I bought a peddle bike that u sit on a sofa to do. My question is HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED AN ADJUSTMENT IN THE HIPS OR SOMEWHERE. OR IF ITS MY DIET OR MINERALS LIKE BORON THAT IM LACKING. IM IN PA. WISH I COULD COME TO YOUR OFFICE. TRYING TO FIND THIS ANSWER IN YOUR VIDEO LINEUP. THANK U IN ADVANCE IF U HAVE TIME TO ANSWER
Hi Connie White! We are so sorry to hear about your pain and that your aren't in Texas so we can bring you into our office! We would suggest trying to find a PT in your area especially if the chiropractor is not helping. A healthy diet is ALWAYS a good start but if you can find a manual therapist in your area that can also help you quite a bit! :)
Hey I’ve been dealing with a bakers cyst and before I found out what was causing my pain my doctor sent me to get an mri and after getting my results back everything came back good. My doctor recommended me just to rest but I want to know what could’ve caused it or if I should go ahead and get it drained?
Hey Ivan! We've got a playlist of Baker's Cyst videos to help you better understand it. You can find it here: "Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help" ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
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Wish you weren’t on the other side of Texas! You have explained this better than any doctor I’ve ever seen (30yrs worth)
Aw ShaunazTweet thank you! We do offer telehealth anywhere in Texas and also have an online program as well! Online program is linked below as well as our contact page information!
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/28-day-knee-health-wellness-boost-program/
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/contact-el-paso-manual-physical-therapy/
Great explanation. I like what you say about root causes - so important! Thanks for the helpful information!
You're welcome Victoria!!! Yes root causes are important to fix...otherwise the problem will keep coming back.
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Best explanation - period. Thanks..
You're welcome John!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy You deserve recognition, you have a very good ability to describe things properly as they are for everyday people..
My story is I’ve been running 20-33 miles a week which has helped correct my collapsed Lumbar vertebra diagnosed 5 yrs ago. Been told no more running but I would be far worse without it along with sand bag deadlifts power yoga time trial cycling which has created a scaffold of strength around the spine, lots of pain ups & downs lasting years at times with nerve compression affecting my bowels too & energy etc etc.
But I am on top of it at the moment & managed two half marathons in 1HR 46 mins aged 50.
All is great at the moment, barring daily lower back manipulation to correct occasional alignment issues but after 10 mins yoga I feel spot on as I did in my 30’s.
Along with a low cellular inflammation ‘whole food’ plant based diet I rarely get muscle soreness / stiffness as I used to have while eating meat & dairy & always have full range of motion as far as the distorted spine will allow other joints are fine, I also have mild inherited Lordosis, sigh;-)..
So to the point suddenly while on a recovery run not over training doing low heart rate training the back of my knee started to ache & a sort of funny bone tingling almost ice cream headache feeling / pressure in the joint, it was not like a muscle strain more like something invading the inside.
So for the first time ever I had to start walking the rest of the way home, walking created no pain (luckily).
A week later I have this persistent swelling behind my knee like an elongated bubble, not massive but noticeable visually.
After resting for 3 days doing mobility the swelling is still there, I decided to run a bit since the joint has no pain & I have full range of motion without any pain at all only very quiet clicks that come & go & way less since on the plant diet.
It’s just this soft swelling but the tendons etc are fully functional.
That is when I figured Bakers cysts Yikes:-0..:
I ran yesterday and the swelling is half the size so I assume the fluid, if it is that? Went back into the joint?.
Very worrying and after nearly 6 years since scoliosis diagnosis aiming to conquer my 20 yrs of landscaping related Lumbar damage I am now facing possibly a damaged knee cartilage?. You try to fix one thing and the strain on other parts in doing that has resulted in the knee protesting. It’s like balancing plates, ha..
No pressure on you, but would you advise an x-ray to start?..
Thanks again for the very informative video.:-)..
Admiring your work from Italy 👍
Information very knowledgeable Dr. Knows what he's talking about ...going though the V..A. . System not good at communication to the Patient . Been at it for the past 4 months .. still in pain .. exercises are helpful. High five !!!!.
Hey Joe! Sorry to hear that you've been in pain and dealing with the VA for the past 4 months :-(
We're glad to hear that you're benefitting from the exercises.
I had a reoccurring bakers syst for about five years the first one ruptured and the other two went away after about a two month time span the doctors told me they couldn't do anything for it and they didn't know how it happens basically live with it and take pain killers having rheumatoid arthritis that's what they put it down to (same as everything else that I get)I've tried to study this and never have I found an explanation for why or how (in 15 years) so many many thanks for this . explanation
Hey Jan! Thanks for sharing your story! We're so sorry you hadn't seen someone who really understood Baker's Cysts before. Glad you've found our video though!
Have you started any of our exercises to take pressure off your knee?
The best place for you to start would be with "Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain"
ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
Yeah I've started doing some of them I have rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis bone on bone I'm in the process of getting off medication (after having multiple issues with side effects)so I'm finding it really hard to do them I'mhaving to modify.... The doctors want me to have replacements on both knees but am determined to try everything I can before that's even considered an option ..the journey begins
Very helpful explanation, thank you. Your information will enable me to describe my symptoms clearly so I can get the right treatment.
YAYYYYYYY!!!!!!
This is fantastic to hear Maryellen!!!!
Here's a playlist of all our Baker's Cyst videos in case you need more help:
"Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help"
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
I love this! Thank you! I have a bakers cyst that goes in and out for over 4 years. generally when hiking downhill. Never have it running. Sometimes have it stair climbing. It will go come and go. I’m sort of paranoid of it popping now. Hopefully I can work on my knee and that doesn’t happen. Kind of unsure what I should do to make sure it doesn’t ever pop
Excellent information!
Thumbs up. Great explanations . Helpful
Thank you Jody!!!
Thank you were very helpful. I have a lot going on with my knee.
I have what seems like a cyst that pops out to either side of my knee. I can move it around and have to push it back in to relieve the discomfort. It's only when I do that I can walk again.
Great info btw!
Wow! That sounds unique...a bit different than a Baker's cyst. Usually cysts in the knee have the same root problem. So your knee problem might need to be treated the same way as we describe in the video.
Thanks so much for the compliment on our info!.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thanks! I have been applying the therapy. Going to get an MRI soon.
@@shavedleggs5390 Great! Please update us on your MRI if you’re willing to share. Maybe we can help a bit more based on the MRI findings.
BTW. I wish your clinic was in Florida
OOOhhh!!! Florida sounds nice! I've got friends in Miami and Orlando. 🏖
Thanks!
You’re welcome Lanora!!!
Do you have a video on exercises to do for a Baker's cyst?
Hey Barbara! Great question!
Glute strength is most important to develop to help take pressures off the knee joint and help a Baker's Cyst. Here are exercises to start doing:
"Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain"
ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
You've got to keep in mind that a Baker's Cyst may never fully go away. The reasonable expectation you should look for is to get it under control so that you don't have knee pain and it doesn't get worse. It may shrink a bit, but there may always be some minor swelling in the area due to the ligaments that were stretched out on the back of the knee.
Does that make sense?
If you're looking for a more comprehensive set of exercises that would help your knee, then you should look into the 28 Day Knee Health & Wellness Boost Program.
It's a 100% online, on-demand program led by Dr. David where he teaches you exercises, concepts and gives all his best advice on how to get your knee healthy enough to avoid surgery, injections and medications.
You can learn more about it here:
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-health
Please let us know if you have any questions :-)
I had no knee problems or pain at all until I injured my knee. X-ray showed no fracture or arthritis. MRI showed complex meniscus tear, bone bruise & a Baker's Cyst. My ortho says my knee is a mess! Extreme pain still after 9 wks. My DR said If I were younger I would've had surgery already. I see no solution to my dilemma. DR mentioned maybe a cortisone shot. A nightmare.
Who is it best to see if you think you possibly have a Baker's cyst behind both knees? Pain has persisted for 1 mo. It seems to loosen as the day goes and I'm able to walk more outside the house, but sleeping it pains terribly just to try to turn from side to side. Terribly stiff in the mornings! Advil does help, but I don't want to mask the issue and take it daily. Thank you!
Can a compression knee brace help to ease a bakers cyst. I’m scheduling an appointment to get looked at but in the time being looking into getting a brace for the not necessarily pain but uncomfortable feeling
Hey Lawrence Herman! Compression knee bracing may or may not help. We've seen mixed results here in the clinic. Your best chance is to try it out and see how it goes with easing the uncomfortable feeling.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thank you.
How do we workout the legs(quads,hams,glutes and calves) at the gym to prevent this happening again?
I have osteoarthritis in my knees and torn meniscus’s…I also have a bakers cyst on back of both knees. Does exercise by riding a recumbent bike hurt or make my cysts worse? I feel no pain when I do it. I’m just afraid to make them worse.
I have a suspected baker cysts at the behind my right knee (rear-left). I used Foucher’s sign(firm in full knee extension and soft in knee flexion) for my self diagnosis since I don't have a time to go to the doctor...
No pain so far...
I'm a 41 year old cycling enthusiast(former amateur) & I rode my bike for 16 years til I stopped last month because of my lump behind my right knee that I accidentaly discovered....
For the last 7 months, I trained a heavy gearing on uphill parts(3-5% gradient) of my new local bike loop(3-4 times per week) & I have two MTBs(8.7kg & 13kg). My heavy bike is the one that I used more frequently to gain strength but after my instense training sessions, last may or june, my knees hurt for few minutes then the pain disappears, then I continued my heavy gear training till i accidentally noticed a lump behind my right knee...
I just want to ask If a frequent heavy gearing in training can contribute to baker cyst.
Thank you..
When the cyst ruptures and travels down the leg, are the gluteal muscle exercises still important if it has disappeared behind the knee? I had an ultrasound which currently shows the cyst sitting at the head of the gastrocnemius tendon/muscle. Have you ever seen/heard about this happening?
Hey Shay! Great question, when the cyst ruptures and travels down the leg and settles at the head of the calf muscle...that means your cyst became really bad!! Yes, we see this happen all the time in our Baker's Cyst patients. You absolutely still need to strengthen the quads because now that muscle imbalance that got you the cyst is working on the next problem. It might get you arthritis, a meniscus tear or it could damage the cartilage in your knee. It's just a matter of which is the next weakest link in your knee. If you haven't seen these yet, here are some great glute exercises to start with.
“Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain”
ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy quads or glutes lol? I would like to clarify. What would the next problem be that you referred to?
Thanks.
Exercises for a bakers cyst
What are some of the common imbalances? I have had a consistent bakers cyst after acl surgery
Hey Alex! sorry to hear about your ACL surgery :-(
Here's a video goig over the most common muscle imbalance for back pain and knee pain:
ruclips.net/video/Y857LRtVHpE/видео.html
@alex peters - dane thing happened to me after ACL surgery. This was 3 years ago and it keeps coming back every time my activity level goes up. I even had it burst and it’s back now even larger in size. Have been searching for solution for some time and no luck. MRI has shown a minor wear and tear of meniscus. Let me know if you were able to find out anything that worked.
Lose weight. Butter bean Eric Esch the heavy boxer has a come back video on YT about his heroic story about these things.
Thank you so much.
So i’m doing too much exercise? Or i’m not stretching correctly before my workouts 😢
Hey Ann, if you're swollen right now, then yes, you're likely doing too much exercise and you might need to be resting for a bit so that your swelling can be better controlled.
In case you need it, here are all our Baker's Cyst videos:
"Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help"
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you kindly! i truly appreciate you!!
Won’t prp just heal meniscus tears?
Hey PatriciaMarie100! PRP might help to heal the meniscus tears temporarily (and it might not work too). But you still have to ask, "how did the tears get there?" Because if you don't solve that problem, then you might get another meniscus tear soon after having PRP injections.
I go to a chiropractor but he’s not to into helping me. I started with lots of right foot pain. Tendons I think. On the outside. Tried changing to better shoes. Didn’t help. Then I got severe knee pain. Then some calf pain. At the kitchen sink I get butt pain. This is all Mostly on the right side. I’ve changed my diet to carnivore for the most part. Lost 14 pounds. 50 to go. I will try the tailgate swings. I bought a peddle bike that u sit on a sofa to do. My question is HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED AN ADJUSTMENT IN THE HIPS OR SOMEWHERE. OR IF ITS MY DIET OR MINERALS LIKE BORON THAT IM LACKING. IM IN PA. WISH I COULD COME TO YOUR OFFICE. TRYING TO FIND THIS ANSWER IN YOUR VIDEO LINEUP. THANK U IN ADVANCE IF U HAVE TIME TO ANSWER
Hi Connie White! We are so sorry to hear about your pain and that your aren't in Texas so we can bring you into our office! We would suggest trying to find a PT in your area especially if the chiropractor is not helping. A healthy diet is ALWAYS a good start but if you can find a manual therapist in your area that can also help you quite a bit! :)
Hey I’ve been dealing with a bakers cyst and before I found out what was causing my pain my doctor sent me to get an mri and after getting my results back everything came back good. My doctor recommended me just to rest but I want to know what could’ve caused it or if I should go ahead and get it drained?
Hey Ivan! We've got a playlist of Baker's Cyst videos to help you better understand it. You can find it here:
"Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help"
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
will the cyst with time get filled up after drainage ?
In the video he says yes, the fluid can regenerate again.