Tendon sheath cysts are hard and have calcified can be treated conservatively and surgically.
Tendon sheath cysts can become hard and gradually calcify due to long-term activity stimulation and local inflammatory stimulation. The treatment should be conservative and surgical according to the degree of functional impairment.
1. Conservative treatment: after calcification of tendon sheath cyst, if there is no damage to the function of finger flexion and extension and no abnormal performance, conservative treatment can be considered, such as limiting hand activities, reducing the continued stimulation of the calcified part, taking good care of the wrist, and also taking antibacterial drugs.
2. Surgical treatment: if the hand function is seriously impaired, swelling, pain and soreness, surgical resection can be chosen.
Whether there is any abnormal manifestation after the calcification of tendon sheath cysts, it is recommended to consult the doctor in time and carry out targeted treatment or therapy under the doctor’s guidance.