In the journals: Nonsurgical approach unlocks contracted fingers
In the journals
The standard treatment for severely limited hand function caused by Dupuytren's contracture is surgery to remove or mechanically break up abnormal tissue. But recovery from surgery often takes a long time and may involve extensive rehabilitative hand therapy. Because of age or complicating health conditions, some people can't tolerate the surgery itself or the lengthy recovery period and associated physical therapy. Various complications can also occur, including nerve injury and loss of grip strength. Although tendon rupture is rare, surgery has relatively high rates of complications — up to 8% for nerve injury, 10% for artery injury, and 11% for infection. And even after successful surgery, recurrence is common.
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