Have you suddenly developed a lump in the center of your palm and have no idea where it came from or what it is? The most common cause of this lump is Dupuytren’s Contracture. There is no specific cause of Dupuytren’s Contracture; however, it is related to the palm’s connective tissues. The condition is often… Continue reading Have You Developed a Lump in the Center of Your Palm?
It may be hard to believe, but Dupuytren’s Disease has nothing to do with the tendons. Dupuytren’s Disease affects the tissue in the hand; it is caused by a tightening and thickening of the tissue. Dupuytren’s Disease most often affects the ring finger and fifth finger. When you have Dupuytren’s, you will often develop a… Continue reading Is Dupuytren’s Disease a Problem with the Tendon?
The sad news is that there is no explanation as to what causes Dupuytren’s Disease. However, it is known to be passed down from generation to generation; as a matter of fact, Dupuytren’s is the most common inherited connective tissue condition. Dupuytren’s Disease originated in Northern Europe and was then spread throughout the continent by… Continue reading How Did I Get Dupuytren’s Disease?
Dupuytren’s Contracture is an ailment that affects the fingers as well as the hand. The disease causes the fingers to bend back towards the palm and may also cause a lump. The symptoms can make day to day activities challenging and simple tasks can cause discomfort. Although Dupuytren’s disease is usually not painful, it is… Continue reading Does Dupuytren’s Contracture Get Better By Itself?
You work with your hands, play with your hands, and sometimes even fight with your hands: your hands are of critical importance in your daily life. Dupuytren’s Contracture is a disorder that is capable of severely damaging your hands and limiting their abilities. So what is Dupuytren’s disease really? Dupuytren contracture is a hand condition… Continue reading The History of Dupuytren’s Disease
You might wake up one day unable to hold your phone, unable to type with ease on your keypad, or even hold a spoon to make your breakfast. It’s a devastating scenario but can happen due to hand conditions that reduce flexibility in the fingers. Rheumatological disorders About 1 in 5 people develop a musculoskeletal… Continue reading How Can Ultrasound Help in Increasing the Flexibility of the Fingers?