Dupuytren Contracture
What is Dupuytren Contracture?
Dupuytren’s is a hand condition characterized by the gradual thickening and tightening of the connective tissue beneath the skin in the palm and fingers. Dupuytren’s Contracture can cause fingers to bend inward towards the palm, limiting mobility and flexibility. The condition typically begins with the appearance of nodules or lumps in the palm, and as it progresses, these nodules can develop into cords that pull the fingers into a flexed position. It can significantly impact daily activities, such as grasping objects and performing routine tasks.
How to treat Dupuytren Contracture?
- Massage therapy: Gentle massage and manual therapy techniques can help improve blood circulation, reduce muscle tension, and enhance overall hand flexibility.
- Acupuncture: help alleviate pain, reduce muscle tension, and promote overall well-being.
- Osteopathy: focusing on the musculoskeletal system, osteopaths can improve hand flexibility and comfort by targeting the connective tissues affected by Dupuytren’s Contracture.
- Physiotherapy: use physical interventions to relieve tension and discomfort and prescribe exercises to improve hand strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
