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?
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?
Imagine losing the feeling of grass or the sensation of wet sand on the beach under your feet, and imagine never even being able to walk again, confined to a wheelchair for the rest of your life. This is a terrible prospect, but it can happen if you develop plantar fibromatosis, which targets the feet… Continue reading Can People Get Dupuytren’s Disease in Their Feet?
Honestly if are affected by Dupuytren’s, you know how hard it is to wash your hands. Simple routines are affected every day. Now, if you happen to be a germophobe or worried about the current pandemic, this article is for you. When there is a will, there is a way and hopefully, this will make… Continue reading How to wash your Hands If You Have Dupuytren’s disease
When you hear a discussion on a disease like Dupuytrens contracture, it usually leads to some sort of confusion because it is not a well-known condition. It isn’t a fatal disease; however, it can be annoying and affect your life and it should be treated. People should have basic information, in any event, because Dupuytrens… Continue reading How common is Dupuytren’s disease?
Dupuytren’s Contracture — it’s those knots of tissue within the skin of your palm that constricts your hands and fingers. Annoying, yes, but you can begin treating it at home before rushing in for surgery. Start by self-administering a basic ultrasound and far infrared therapy using a Dupuytren’s Wand. After applying a layer of the… Continue reading How Ultrasound, Soft Heat and Proper Taping Can Help With Dupuytren’s Disease?