Figure 41-1 Median section of the vertebral column, showing the different levels of the vertebral bodies, myelomeres, and spinous processes. The spinal cord ends at the Ll/2 vertebral level and the subarachnoid space at S1/2 level. Cisternal, lumbar, and epidural punctures are shown.
Apart from being behind the knee or around the knee area, cysts may be formed in the bone marrow inside our leg bones. This formation leads to severe inflammation and pain, getting worse in time. The affected area is prone to swelling, high temperature, tenderness and movement restriction.ysts Appearing on Leg. The first case of leg cyst involves the Baker's cyst. This anomaly takes place due to leakage of fluids from the knee, in the area behind it. This leakage happens due to cartilage damage or tearing and forms the cyst which, in the long run may trigger numerous problems.
What is a popliteal cyst. In the hollow at the back of the knee is a bursa or small sack of fluid used to help lubricate the joint. A fairly uncommon condition is when the back of the knee joint gets swollen and causes the bursa to swell as well. Bakers cyst is a rounded swelling at the back of the knee. It is often about the size of a golf ball but can vary over time. A sensation of pressure in the back of the joint will be felt which may go down into the calf muscle.