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A member asked:
After my ganglion cyst surgery, will i be able to do normal activities such as cheerleading, softball, and holding a pencil?
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Yes: Depends on site and size and extent of cyst. In all likelihood you should be able to do it.
Answered 2/3/2013
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Yes: Once you are healed recovery is usually complete. A small amount of wrist motion may be lost. That is treated with therapy.
Answered 2/3/2013
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