Since there is not much information about the disease Dupuytren’s contracture, it’s not surprising that most people have no idea that your knuckles can also be affected. This article hopes to provide further insight and information on the condition and its effects. Hopefully, you will get a better understanding of Dupuytren’s disease on the knuckles.… Continue reading Can your knuckles get affected by Dupuytren’s disease?
When it comes to Dupuytren’s contracture disease, there’s a great difference between women and men. Men are more likely than women to contract the disease, but the cause of this difference is unknown. Research suggests that women experience a more extreme degree of contracture, and women take more time than men to develop Dupuytren’s contractures. … Continue reading Gender and Dupuytren’s Contracture Disease
Dupuytren’s contracture disease is a condition that affects the tissue underneath your palm. It first forms nodules that are tender, but these nodules quickly become thick and tight, losing their tenderness. A scar is formed, the tightness of the scar tissue pulling some of the fingers towards the palm. This process occurs over many… Continue reading How Does Dupuytren’s Contracture Affect Your Day?
Getting surgery is a risk, but one that you may have to take, especially if you have Dupuytren’s contracture disease. It is possible to experience complications after Dupuytren’s contracture Surgery as the surgeons are dealing with a tissue near the nerves of your hand. There is a risk of worsening the contractures, but your… Continue reading Complications Faced After Dupuytren’s Contracture Surgery
If you think that Dupuytren’s contracture of the hands is bad, imagine it happening to your feet. Ledderhose disease is a condition that causes nodules to form on the underside of the foot. The skin and tissue on the underside of the foot become thick and stiff, causing pain and discomfort when you walk. … Continue reading Can Dupuytren’s Affect The Feet?
I know we all try to look for the easiest and cheapest ways to deal with our problems, but sometimes saving a few bucks can do you more harm than good. You then end up having to pay double the amount as the condition worsens. Dupuytren’s Contracture disease is not to be fooled with.… Continue reading Why You Shouldn’t Treat Dupuytren’s Contracture on Your Own?