Dupuytren's contracture
Read about Dupuytrens contracture (Dupuytren's disease), whichaffects the hands and fingers and causes one or more fingers to bend into the palm of the hand.
The first symptom of Dupuytren's contracture (Dupuytren's disease) is usually the growth of small lumps of tissue called nodules on the palm of your hand.
Dupuytren's contracture (Dupuytren's disease) occurs when cords of shortened connective tissue prevent you from fully extending your finger.
See your GP if you think you have Dupuytren's contracture (Dupuytren's disease). The first step is to examine your palm and hand for signs of the condition.
Treatment for Dupuytren's contracture (Dupuytren's disease) is usually only required if the condition affects the function of your hand. Many cases are mild and don't need to be treated.
Recovering full or partial function of the hand following hand surgery for Dupuytrens contracture can take a long time.