Is surgery necessary for a bakers cyst?
Most of the time, a baker’s cyst is treated non-surgically. However, it is important to treat the underlying cause of a baker’s cyst, otherwise the cyst may recur. If the cyst is extremely painful or interferes with the normal use of your knee, then surgery may be recommended. If surgery is needed, it is usually done on an out patient basis. Unless there is a lot of discomfort from the cyst, surgery is rarely indicated. The goal of rehabilitation is to return to your sport, work or activity as soon as medically possible. Everyone, especially athletes, is anxious to return to activity. Returning to soon can cause more damage. Follow your physician’s advice regarding your activity level and date of return. Length of recovery will vary from person to person.
