Dupuytren's Contracture Directory
In Dupuytren's contracture, the connective tissue in your palm restricts and thickens to the point that it affects your finger movement. Usually, your ring finger and pinky finger curl in. When this happens, even the simplest tasks can prove difficult. Symptoms include nodules of hard tissue in the palm, curling in of the fingers, and more. Treatments may include corticosteroid injections, surgery, physical therapy, and more. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about what causes Dupuytren's contracture, what the condition looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
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Dupuytren’s: Questions for and From Your Doctor
If you've been diagnosed with Dupuytren’s contracture, WebMD helps you with these questions to ask your doctor.
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Dupuytren's Contracture: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Dupuytren's contracture.
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Understanding Dupuytren's Contracture
Learn more from WebMD about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture, a condition in which tissue of the palm thickens and hardens, causing the fingers to curl.
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Treatment Options for Dupuytren’s Contracture
What are the treatment options for Dupuytren’s contracture? Information and facts to help you understand the treatment process.