When thickening in the palm develops, which then increases in size cross joints in the hand leading to bent fingers.
Do these symptoms sound familiar?
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Swelling and thickening of skin in the palm
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A bent finger or fingers
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Inability to straighten finger/ fingers
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Poking your eye when you wash your face
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Cannot put your hand in your pocket
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Difficulty putting gloves on
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Father, mother, siblings had the same bent fingers
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Fingers become a nuisance
These symptoms are typical of Dupuytren’s disease . It is when abnormal thickened tissue grows in the hand. It creates a cord when it crosses a joint causing it to bend. So preventing the finger straightening.
How I help treat Dupuytren’s contracture?
Prior to recommending a treatment I will confirm the diagnosis through an in depth review of your story, symptoms and examination during our initial consultation.
I will then decide if tests are required to aid the diagnosis such as X-rays, MRI, CT scans and blood tests. I will then formulate a treatment plan with yourself according to the diagnosis and your views. This often involves hand therapy and other simple treatment options before surgery is considered.
What I can help you achieve
Relief from deformity
Restored hand function
Aftercare & support
Areas of expertise
Pain free happy clients
“Thank you for a very positive experience.. was offered an instant solution.. finger straighten there and then, delighted with the result”
Patient seen for:
Dupuytren’s
“Have received superb care and attention for many months. Surgical procedures have been fully explained and various options explored to ensure best outcomes for my condition. I feel totally at ease during consultations and treatments undoubtedly due to my consultant’s skill and ‘bedside’ manner.”
Patient seen for:
Dupuytren’s
“Very friendly, approachable and effective. Good communication and operation seems a success. I would recommend for Dupuytren Contacture”
Patient seen for:
Dupuytren’s
