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Ganglion Cyst Specialist in West Palm Beach & Wellington

Dr. Steven Rueda is one of the most sought after doctors for ganglion cyst in West Palm Beach, Wellington and Jupiter. Cysts present as lumps and bumps in different areas of the hand and wrist. Ganglion cyst in particular are commonly found in the back of the wrist and the front of the wrist on the side of the thumb. These cyst arise from the joints in the wrist and are filled with gel-like joint fluid.

Ganglion Cyst Symptoms and Diagnosis

Ganglion Cyst

WHAT CAUSES Ganglion Cyst?

Although the cause of a ganglion cyst is not fully understood, its thought to arise from weakening of the joint soft tissue. This area of weakness forms a “ballon” or “cyst” from the underlying joint fluid pressure. In the case of ganglion cysts, arthritis of the wrist joints and bony spurs are thought to cause the weakening of the joint tissue.

Ganglion Cyst Treatment Options

Ganglion Cyst Procedure

Dr. Rueda performs cyst removal using a traditional open surgery. The procedure removes the cyst, stalk, and a small portion of the joint soft tissue. In this way, the cyst and its causing agent are removed.

Recovery and Downtime

Why Choose Precision hand Center for your Ganglion Cyst Procedure?

Dr. Rueda, a Hand Fellowship trained surgeon who has 7 years and 2,000 procedures of experience will be your safe and best choice for carpal ganglion cyst. Successful results in this procedure requires a surgeon that is experienced and knowledgeable in hand surgery and hand anatomy. Dr. Rueda has published articles in expert peer reviewed journals and his work has been presented in several national conferences. Dr. Rueda’s passion for patient education and custom centered approach will guarantee you feel comfortable every step of the way. Dr. Rueda also believes in treating his patients as if he was treating his own family; you can trust you will enter a trusting and long-term relationship and have some of the best ganglion cyst treatment Palm Beach can offer. If you are located in Jupiter, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Wellington or any other surrounding cities, contact us today to learn more.

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