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Ganglion cyst
What is Ganglion cyst?
● Ganglion cysts are lumps that most often appear along the tendons or joints
of wrists or hands.
● Ganglion cysts are typically round or oval and are filled with a jellylike fluid.
● They are not cancer tumours.
(By Esturcke at English Wikipedia – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0)
Is Ganglion cyst painful?
● Ganglion cysts can be painful if they press on a nearby nerve.
(By User: GEMalone – Own work, CC BY 3.0)
What are the causes of Ganglion cysts?
The exact causes are not known.
What are the risk factors for developing Ganglion cysts?
● Women between the ages of 20 and 40.
● Osteoarthritis
● Previous injury to the tendon
(By Ed Uthman, MD – https://www.Flickr.com/photos/euthman/3177093407/, CC BY 2.0)
What are the common symptoms associated with Ganglion cysts?
● Not all Ganglion cysts are painful.
● Painful Ganglion Cysts are also common.
What is the impact of a painful Ganglion cyst on daily activities?
● It affects daily working
● Leads to Disability
(By https://www.scientificanimations.com – https://www.scientificanimations.com/wiki-images/, CC BY-SA 4.0)
When to think of treatment for Ganglion cyst?
Only when it is painful, inflamed and affects movements and use of the wrist joint.
A painless Ganglion cyst doesn’t need any treatment.
What happens during consultation at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● The doctor will examine the patient.
● A detailed history regarding the onset and progression of the disease will be
noted.
● A record of previous treatments tried will be noted.
● Strength differences of different muscles around the joint will be analysed.
● Previous reports (if any) such as MRI, X rays will also be seen and
discussed.
What questions to expect from your doctor
The doctor may ask some of the following questions:
● Where exactly does it hurt?
● Since when have you had this problem?
● What was the trigger or nature of injury (if applicable) for the beginning of pain
● How would you describe the pain — dull, sharp, burning?
● What are the previous treatment modalities tried by you?
● What makes the pain worse? What makes the pain better?
● How does the pain affect your sleep and life?
Is it necessary to have any investigations done before or after the
consultation?
● It is NOT compulsory to have any investigations done before consultation.
● Blood tests and MRIs are NOT asked for.
How to prepare for your consultation with the doctor?
● Wear comfortable clothes.
● Don’t consume painkillers (at least 12 hours before) while coming for
consultation. Painkillers mask the symptoms and interfere with understanding
of symptoms.
● Bring all the previous reports, investigations, and medication prescriptions. It
is NOT necessary to have investigations or tests to be done before.
● Write down all your questions on paper or on a mobile phone that you want to
ask the doctor.
● It is always useful to bring a companion with you during consultation.
What treatment can be offered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● For non-painful Ganglion cyst, no treatment is needed or provided.
● For painful Ganglion cysts doctor will prescribe home-based exercises. Home-
based exercise prescription contains diagrams, figures and detailed
instructions.
● If needed few sessions of specific exercises can be conducted at the BILD
Exercise Clinic.
What types of exercises are covered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
As needed one or more of the following exercises are prescribed and administered.
● Exercises for strength
● Mobilization exercises
● COLDTUB- cold water immersion treatment
How ergonomic corrections are done at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● It is good to bring a picture of your current laptop or computer use on your
mobile phone.
● The doctor will study your current style of laptop or computer use and suggest
changes.
● Changes in the placement of screen, keyboard, mouse, chair, etc. are
discussed and proper prescription is provided for the same.
(By Andwall2 – Own work, CC0)
What are the goals of the exercise treatment at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Decrease joint pain and stiffness.
● Delay or reverse the further progression of symptoms.
● Improve joint mobility and function.
● Improve the quality of life with respect to the wrist joint.
As with any medical or exercise intervention the outcome varies from patient to
patient.
Which technology might be used (as per the need) at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Resistance bars
● CODLTUB- cold water immersion therapy
The selection of technology and exercise protocol is determined by the doctor.
What kind of treatment is NOT offered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Painkillers or Anti-inflammatory medications
● Vitamin supplements
● Ointments and creams of any kind
● Any other pharmacological/drug treatment
● Hormonal Therapy or injectables of any kind
● Intra-joint injections of any kind
● Surgery of any kind
How to reach BILD Exercise Clinic OPD at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital?
- Reach the Super Speciality Building (SS building/new building) lobby/main entrance before time. Wheelchairs are available in the lobby and parking for needy patients. Click here for the Google map location of BILD Exercise Clinic.
- Parking is available based on availability. You can prefer public transport such as bus, auto-rickshaw, cab or taxi.
- If you are not registered as a patient and appearing for the first time as a patient at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital then try to come at least 15 minutes before the appointment time to complete the simple registration process at the ground floor reception of the super specialty building.
- Get an OPD entry pass (for patients) and an attendant pass at the ground-floor reception.
- Choose appropriate lifts (life no.1,2,3 ) at the ground floor to reach BILD Exercise Clinic OPD on the 11th floor.
- Depending upon patient numbers some waiting period is expected. Comfortable sitting, clean drinking water, a book reading section, clean toilets, changing rooms, and a cafeteria (on the ground floor and seventh floor) are available at your service.
What is Ganglion cyst?
● Ganglion cysts are lumps that most often appear along the tendons or joints
of wrists or hands.
● Ganglion cysts are typically round or oval and are filled with a jellylike fluid.
● They are not cancer tumours.
(By Esturcke at English Wikipedia – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0)
Is Ganglion cyst painful?
● Ganglion cysts can be painful if they press on a nearby nerve.
(By User: GEMalone – Own work, CC BY 3.0)
What are the causes of Ganglion cysts?
The exact causes are not known.
What are the risk factors for developing Ganglion cysts?
● Women between the ages of 20 and 40.
● Osteoarthritis
● Previous injury to the tendon
(By Ed Uthman, MD – https://www.Flickr.com/photos/euthman/3177093407/, CC BY 2.0)
What are the common symptoms associated with Ganglion cysts?
● Not all Ganglion cysts are painful.
● Painful Ganglion Cysts are also common.
What is the impact of a painful Ganglion cyst on daily activities?
● It affects daily working
● Leads to Disability
(By https://www.scientificanimations.com – https://www.scientificanimations.com/wiki-images/, CC BY-SA 4.0)
When to think of treatment for Ganglion cyst?
Only when it is painful, inflamed and affects movements and use of the wrist joint.
A painless Ganglion cyst doesn’t need any treatment.
What happens during consultation at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● The doctor will examine the patient.
● A detailed history regarding the onset and progression of the disease will be
noted.
● A record of previous treatments tried will be noted.
● Strength differences of different muscles around the joint will be analysed.
● Previous reports (if any) such as MRI, X rays will also be seen and
discussed.
What questions to expect from your doctor
The doctor may ask some of the following questions:
● Where exactly does it hurt?
● Since when have you had this problem?
● What was the trigger or nature of injury (if applicable) for the beginning of pain
● How would you describe the pain — dull, sharp, burning?
● What are the previous treatment modalities tried by you?
● What makes the pain worse? What makes the pain better?
● How does the pain affect your sleep and life?
Is it necessary to have any investigations done before or after the
consultation?
● It is NOT compulsory to have any investigations done before consultation.
● Blood tests and MRIs are NOT asked for.
How to prepare for your consultation with the doctor?
● Wear comfortable clothes.
● Don’t consume painkillers (at least 12 hours before) while coming for
consultation. Painkillers mask the symptoms and interfere with understanding
of symptoms.
● Bring all the previous reports, investigations, and medication prescriptions. It
is NOT necessary to have investigations or tests to be done before.
● Write down all your questions on paper or on a mobile phone that you want to
ask the doctor.
● It is always useful to bring a companion with you during consultation.
What treatment can be offered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● For non-painful Ganglion cyst, no treatment is needed or provided.
● For painful Ganglion cysts doctor will prescribe home-based exercises. Home-
based exercise prescription contains diagrams, figures and detailed
instructions.
● If needed few sessions of specific exercises can be conducted at the BILD
Exercise Clinic.
What types of exercises are covered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
As needed one or more of the following exercises are prescribed and administered.
● Exercises for strength
● Mobilization exercises
● COLDTUB- cold water immersion treatment
How ergonomic corrections are done at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● It is good to bring a picture of your current laptop or computer use on your
mobile phone.
● The doctor will study your current style of laptop or computer use and suggest
changes.
● Changes in the placement of screen, keyboard, mouse, chair, etc. are
discussed and proper prescription is provided for the same.
(By Andwall2 – Own work, CC0)
What are the goals of the exercise treatment at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Decrease joint pain and stiffness.
● Delay or reverse the further progression of symptoms.
● Improve joint mobility and function.
● Improve the quality of life with respect to the wrist joint.
As with any medical or exercise intervention the outcome varies from patient to
patient.
Which technology might be used (as per the need) at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Resistance bars
● CODLTUB- cold water immersion therapy
The selection of technology and exercise protocol is determined by the doctor.
What kind of treatment is NOT offered at BILD Exercise Clinic?
● Painkillers or Anti-inflammatory medications
● Vitamin supplements
● Ointments and creams of any kind
● Any other pharmacological/drug treatment
● Hormonal Therapy or injectables of any kind
● Intra-joint injections of any kind
● Surgery of any kind
How to reach BILD Exercise Clinic OPD at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital?
- Reach the Super Speciality Building (SS building/new building) lobby/main entrance before time. Wheelchairs are available in the lobby and parking for needy patients. Click here for the Google map location of BILD Exercise Clinic.
- Parking is available based on availability. You can prefer public transport such as bus, auto-rickshaw, cab or taxi.
- If you are not registered as a patient and appearing for the first time as a patient at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital then try to come at least 15 minutes before the appointment time to complete the simple registration process at the ground floor reception of the super specialty building.
- Get an OPD entry pass (for patients) and an attendant pass at the ground-floor reception.
- Choose appropriate lifts (life no.1,2,3 ) at the ground floor to reach BILD Exercise Clinic OPD on the 11th floor.
- Depending upon patient numbers some waiting period is expected. Comfortable sitting, clean drinking water, a book reading section, clean toilets, changing rooms, and a cafeteria (on the ground floor and seventh floor) are available at your service.
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