Q: Baker's cyst is common in people who have an underlying condition that is affecting their knees. When your knee is dealing with other causes of inflammation and pain, it becomes more likely that a cyst will develop because of that inflammation. Conditions that make it more likely that you will get a baker's cyst include: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout and psoriatic arthritis. If you have injured parts of your knee in the past, such as sustaining a meniscus tear or straining one of your ligaments, your chances of getting a cyst increase. This is because your knee will already be slightly inflamed; this inflammation can lead to the development of a cyst. If you did have a knee injury in the past, chances are that you had surgery to correct the injury. When your knee gets worked on, it can potentially become inflamed later if you stress it too much before it is fully healed. Like with arthritis, the inflammation caused by this stress can make you more prone to getting cysts.
A: Understand that some health conditions can lead to the create of baker's cysts. Know that some knee injuries can increase your chances of developing these cysts. Be aware that previous surgeries can predispose you to getting these cysts.

Q: Many people have hair that cannot be fully detangled when it's dry. However, you may be able to make the job easier if you detangle as much as possible before you cover your hair in conditioner. Detangle your hair in the shower, or simply rinse your hair down. This makes it easier to detangle, as the hair will be smoother. Consider towel-drying your hair before conditioning. This may ensure that your hair isn't too wet for the product to take hold, but is moist enough to avoid further tangling. Apply the conditioner onto the wide-toothed comb while standing under a low pressure shower. Smooth the conditioner into your hair, from bangs to back and tips to roots, and slowly take out the knots and tangles. Make sure that your hair is fully and thoroughly slathered with conditioner. If the hair is too thick, use your fingers. Do not pull the hair, as that may lead to hairfall. Make sure to spread the conditioner inside the tangle. Poke your fingers through the tangle; put product on the "inside" of your hair and not just on top. Using gentle detangling motions, start at the bottom of the hair and work your way up. When you come to a big knot, use your fingers to tease it apart. Do not rip through tangles with a brush or comb. Comb gently, with small quick movements. As you comb, immobilize your hair with one hand so that you don't feel it pull at the roots. You may get a knot or pluck some hair out, but don't worry too much. You are not damaging your hair, you are just removing hair gone wrong. The conditioner will protect against damage, and your hair will be smooth and tangle-free when it dries. Once the wide-toothed comb can slide easily through all of your hair, rinse out the conditioner and pat your hair dry. Use a microfiber towel or old tee shirt traditional terrycloth towels can cause frizz. Put in your styling product of choice (whether it is mousse, gel, or a styling cream) and let your hair dry. You can also dry it with a hair dryer (with a diffuser) on a low heat and intensity setting. Try to avoid touching your hair before it is completely dry, which may create frizz.
A: Dry detangle as much as possible with your fingers. Wet your hair. Add conditioner to your hair. Give your hair another quick rinse. Detangle your hair using your fingers or a wide-toothed comb. Braid the hair to protect it from soap for the rest of the shower. Rinse the conditioner once you're done with your shower. Style your tangle-free curly hair.

Q: There are two ways to grow chives: from a preexisting plant/cutting, or from seeds. Most gardeners recommend growing your chives from a bulb or from a start from another chive plant, because growing chives from seeds takes two full years. If you choose to grow from a preexisting plant (available at nurseries), select a start that is bright green, full, and is at least 35 inches (7.612.7cm) in height. These are indicators of a healthy chive plant, and increase the likelihood of it flourishing in your garden. Growing from seeds involves starting seeds indoors a few months prior to planting them outdoors, and transplanting in the springtime. The seeds will grow into plants, but they cannot be harvested for 2 years. Chive plants grow in bulbs that are divided every 3-4 years, so you can plant a divided bulb from a friend or neighbor's chive plot, that will grow into an entirely new plant. Planting seeds, bulbs, and starts outdoors is the same process. Seeds are the only growing method that take a bit extra work prior to outdoor planting. Chives are sun-loving plants, and although they will still grow in shade, they will produce the biggest harvest when placed in full sun. Find a plot in your garden that has sunlight most of the day. If your garden is shaded, choose a patch that gets at least 4-6 hours of sunlight to satisfy the chives' sun needs. Chives planted in partial sun will grow slowly, so expect smaller or less frequent harvests. Although some plants can grow in dense, hard soils, chives need light, loamy, and sandy soils with good drainage. If you're working with soil that has a lot of clay or is very dense, mix in some sand to loosen it up. Additionally, add in a garden-quality compost mixture to mix nutrients into the soil. If possible, amend the soil 4-6 weeks prior to planting, so that the soil can have time to adjust to the changes. . Chives need soil with a pH between 6 and 7. Test the soil, and if it is too low, increase the pH by chopping agricultural lime into the soil using a garden trowel or small shovel. If it is too high, lower the pH by mixing in a fertilizer with urea phosphate or ammonium nitrate, or by adding compost, manure, or plant litter. Test the pH using cabbage for an easy DIY method. You can test soil pH by using a store-bought test probe for exact measurements. Chives are summer-blooming plants that should be planted in the early spring. If you are starting your chives as seeds, start them indoors 8-10 weeks prior to your outdoor planting date. Planting outdoors should occur 1-2 weeks after the last frost of the winter, typically around March or April (depending on your growing zone).
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Choose a growing method. Select a garden plot in full sun. Prepare your garden soil. Balance the pH of the soil before planting Know when to plant.