Ganglion Cyst (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Ganglion Cyst Overview
- Ganglion Cyst Causes
- Ganglion Cyst Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Ganglion Cyst Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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- Authors and Editors
- Viewer Comments: Ganglion Cyst - Treatment
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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