5. Home Remedies
People that experience a Baker’s cyst typically deal with multiple occurrences of the cyst until they fix the underlying structural issue with their knee. The cyst may reoccur due to mild trauma to the knee, such as hyperextension, and the size of the cyst varies depending on the circumstances of the injury.
As a result, the patient may need help from their doctor with identifying the condition the first time it occurs., However, the patient should be able to handle any subsequent injuries, provided that they are not severe in nature.
After the injury occurs, ice the knee for 5-minutes on, then 5-minutes off. Repeat for an hour. Elevate the leg above your waist to limit the swelling, and use a compression sleeve to relieve the swelling and pain in the joint.
You can use OTC painkillers and anti-inflammatories to manage symptoms of pain and swelling as they occur. Avoid walking while the cyst drains, as any activity may inflame the affected area further.