What kind of bandage is on a wrist after ganglion cyst surgery?

Since I just had this surgery done 3 days ago, I can answer this question. You willl have a compression bandage and cast over the dressings on your lower arm... fingers are free. It is thick and heavy. Mine will be on 10 days before the dressing will be changed, then I can begin (hopefully) therapy. My Dr. told me I would be off from work for 3 -4 wks. With my profession, I told work 4 wks. You have to keep your arm elevated most of the time to avoid swelling. The pain is like a dull toothache...not too bad, but annoying. Hope this answers your question.