<unk> s usually require no treatment unless they are symptomatic. It is very rare that the symptoms are actually coming from the cyst. In most cases, there is another disorder in the knee (arthritis, meniscal (cartilage) tear, etc.) that is causing the problem. Initial treatment should be directed at correcting the source of the increased fluid production. Often rest and leg elevation are all that is needed. If necessary, the cyst can be aspirated to reduce its size, then injected with a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation. Surgical excision is reserved for cysts that cause a great amount of discomfort to the patient. A ruptured cyst is treated with rest, leg elevation, and injection of a corticosteroid into the knee.<unk> s in children, unlike in older people, nearly always disappear with time, and rarely require excision. Ice pack therapy may sometimes be an effective way of controlling the pain related to<unk> . Heat is also commonly used. A knee brace can offer support giving the feeling of stability in the joint. Exercise Many activities can put strain on the knee, and cause pain in the case of<unk> . Avoiding activities such as squatting, kneeling, heavy lifting, climbing, and even running can help prevent pain. Despite this, some exercises can help relieve pain, and a physiotherapist may instruct on stretching and strengthening the quadriceps and/or the patellar ligament.
Baker's cyst
Ganglion
Bartholin's cyst
Aneurysm
Tarlov cyst
Deep vein thrombosis
Askin's tumor
Neoplasm