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Ganglion Cyst (cont.)

Next Steps

Follow-up

After you have been diagnosed with a ganglion cyst and have chosen to have treatment, follow up will be different based on what you have chosen to do.

  • After simple aspiration, your doctor may ask you to start moving the joint soon after the procedure.

  • Most likely after surgery, your joint will be splinted for up to 7-10 days. A splint is a hard wrap that will keep you from moving your joint.

  • Recent studies show that splinting for a long period of time doesn't really help, and use of the joint soon after treatment is being encouraged.

  • Your doctor may ask you to return for a check-up after your surgery and will decide if physical or occupational therapy is needed. Follow-up care will be based on your personal needs.



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