Pull some of the fluid out with a needle

The fluid can be drawn out with a sterile needle. There is still a root connecting it with the joint. Because of this it is possible for the ganglion to return. 

Advantages

• The lump goes down for a while and might even stay away;
• Can be done at an office visit;
• No scar.

Disadvantages

• Pain of the procedure;
• The fluid sometimes returns;
• Small risk of infection.

Results

Reported results vary between studies but it is estimated that in around 70 of 100 patients the ganglion stays away.^1,2