Dupuytren’s Disease Treatment
Expert diagnosis and treatment for Dupuytren's contracture in Houston — advanced techniques to straighten affected fingers and restore hand function.
Dupuytren’s Disease Specialist in Houston, TX
Are you experiencing symptoms of Dupuytren's disease? The highly trained hand and wrist specialists at Hand Surgery Specialists of Texas are here to help, offering expert diagnosis and treatment. Call (713) 374-4263 to schedule an appointment at one of our offices in Houston, Baytown, or Katy, Texas.
Understanding Dupuytren’s Disease
Dupuytren's disease, also known as Dupuytren's contracture, is a collagen disorder predominantly affecting individuals of Northern European descent. It is characterized by abnormal thickening and nodularity of the tissue beneath the palm's skin, extending into the fingers — primarily the ring and little fingers.
It is most common in males over 40, and can lead to contracture where firm pits, nodules, and cords cause the fingers to bend into the palm.
Book an evaluation- Also known as
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Affected area
- Palm & ring/little fingers
- Most common in
- Males over 40
- Typically
- Not painful, but progressive
Causes of Dupuytren’s Disease
The exact cause is unclear, but it involves the abnormal production of thick type III collagen in place of normal type I collagen in the palm. There is no evidence that hand injuries or repetitive behaviors increase the risk. It is associated with a variety of factors:
Signs & Symptoms
Dupuytren's disease presents with firm lumps and pits within the palm. Thick cords sometimes develop, stretching into the fingers and causing them to bend. In many cases both hands are affected. Though initial lumps may be uncomfortable, the disease is not typically painful.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Diagnosis involves a careful evaluation of your symptoms and health history. Our specialists recommend treatment based on the stage and pattern of the disease and the joints involved. While it cannot be cured, treatment can help straighten affected fingers and alleviate symptoms.
Treatment options we may recommend
- Collagenase — injectable medication to dissolve the nodule
- Needle aponevrotomy — fine needles break apart thickened tissue
- Direct injections — corticosteroids & FDA-approved enzymes
- Splinting — worn to force the fingers to extend fully
- Surgical treatment — for severe cases, lasting relief
Recovery
Recovery generally takes about a week, with splinting advised for at least three months — potentially only at night. Physical therapy is rarely required.
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