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Dupuytren’s Contracture is a condition that makes movements of the hand difficult. This is because the fingers will bend unnaturally towards the center of the hand and become almost fused in this position. The fingers bend in this way because of the contracture of the palmar fascia. There are no official Dupuytren’s Contracture Causes; however, […] ...
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If you have ever suffered from Dupuytren’s disease, you know that it is incredibly uncomfortable and makes daily activities a real chore. The condition causes the fingers to bend in towards the palm’s center, making grasping of items impossible. It is not painful in most cases but is known to itch at some point. […] ...
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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 […] ...
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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 […] ...
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