Surgery and radiotherapy treat Dupuytren’s contracture at different stages of the disease. Surgery corrects established finger contractures, while …
Surgery and radiotherapy treat Dupuytren’s contracture at different stages of the disease. Surgery corrects established finger contractures, while …
Dupuytren’s disease can worsen due to a combination of genetics, age, health conditions, lifestyle habits, and repeated hand …
If you’ve been referred for assessment of Dupuytren’s disease, it’s natural to wonder what happens at your first …
Dupuytren’s disease progresses differently for everyone, ranging from stable nodules that cause little trouble to tightening cords that …
Blog Excerpt Dupuytren’s disease is significantly more common in climbers than in the general population, often appearing earlier …
Dupuytren’s contracture and trigger finger are traditionally described as separate hand conditions, but patients and clinicians often see …
Recurrence after Dupuytren’s contracture release is common, particularly following minimally invasive procedures. This article summarises a retrospective study …
Garrod’s pads—also known as dorsal Dupuytren’s nodules or knuckle pads—can be uncomfortable, cosmetically troubling, and difficult to treat. …
A new randomised sham-controlled trial has confirmed that radiotherapy significantly reduces pain and improves function in patients with …
Radiotherapy is well established in early-stage Dupuytren’s disease, but its role after surgery is now gaining attention. This …
Radiotherapy for Dupuytren’s and related fibroproliferative conditions is generally well tolerated, with most side effects being mild and …
I have therefore written this blog post to write about how they both work, with particular notes on …
Clinical guidelines for radiotherapy in Dupuytren’s disease are helpful, but real patients do not always fit neatly into …
Positive thinking can improve your overall well-being. Spending time with loved ones, practicing gratitude, and getting adequate sleep …
Radiotherapy is most effective for early progressive Dupuytren’s disease, but not every early nodule needs immediate treatment. This …
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