A Baker cyst appears as a swelling, which is a fluid-filled cyst or growth that develops behind the knee. In adults it can commonly occur when there's osteoarthritis. Also called a poplitealcyst, a Baker cyst sometime causes pain when bending the knee or trying to fully straightening the leg.
Knee conditions
Whether the result of a bad twist, a fall, or wear and tear over time, we see all types of knee injury. We can help you get back on your feet with treatments from meniscus and ligament repair to partial and total knee replacement.
Baker’s cyst
Baker's cysts in children
A Baker's cyst is a visible swelling that can form at the back of your child's knee.
Cartilage injury
From complex orthopaedic surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Knee arthritis
Knee arthritis is a common form of arthritis that can hold you back. If knee arthritis is causing you discomfort, our leading consultants are here to offer expert advice and industry-leading treatments.
Knee pain and sprains
From complex knee surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Meniscus injury
A torn meniscus, or locked knee, is a common sports or exercise injury caused by forceful twisting. It can result in a swollen and painful knee joint that requires treatment.
Osteoarthritis
The discomfort from cartilage wear and tear in a joint can increase over time. Ultimately, chronic pain may require expert intervention to find relief and improve mobility.
Patella (kneecap) instability
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
From complex knee surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Running injuries
COMMON INJURIES AND MUSCULOSKELETAL PROBLEMS EXPERIENCED BY RUNNERS
Find our more about how running injuries are treated.
Sports injuries
HCA UK has the expertise to diagnose a range of sports related sprains, splints and strains.
Stress fractures / Hairline fractures
Fractures of the bone that are caused by repeated stress over time, making them a common sporting injury.
Torn ligaments
From badly sprained ankles to meniscal and cruciate ligament tears. For those injuries that are frustrating slow in recovery we have the experts to help.
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