Meniscus tear and Baker’s cyst

In many patients with knee pain, a Baker’s cyst behind the knee is found alongside a meniscus tear.

In most cases, a Baker’s cyst is nothing to fear. It usually forms when problems in the knee joint (a meniscus tear, inflammation or excess fluid) cause joint fluid to collect at the back of the knee. In other words, it is often one of the compensatory mechanisms the body creates to protect the joint.

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Treatment components

  • Physiotherapy
  • Osteopathy
  • Restoring joint biomechanics
  • Reducing pain and inflammation
  • Prolotherapy

With the right approach, a positive outcome without surgery is possible in many cases.

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The link between knee pain and low back pain

A problem in the knee changes the body's biomechanics, and as a result extra load falls on the lower back. This is why, in many cases, knee pain and low back pain appear at the same time.

Methods we use

Prolotherapy and PRP (platelet-rich plasma)

A regenerative treatment method for repairing damaged ligaments and tendons.

Physiotherapy

No two pains are the same — so no two patients’ treatments should be the same either.

Osteopathy

A hands-on treatment method that works on the musculoskeletal system, internal organs, spine, nervous system a…

Kinesiology taping (kinesio tape)

An elastic tape applied to the skin — it supports the muscles and joints and reduces pain.

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