Dupuytren's Contracture (adjunctive care)
Also known as: dupuytren contracture, palmar fibromatosis, curled finger
Dupuytren's contracture is progressive thickening of palm tissue that pulls fingers into a bent position — common in older adults, genetic, often bilateral. Treatment ranges from observation to injection or surgery when grip is limited. Chinese medicine treats stasis blocking, blood deficiency and cold-damp patterns alongside.
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Lifestyle & Diet
- •Observation is fine until grip is affected — then treatments exist.
- •Hand therapy maintains function.
- •Collagenase injection or surgery are options for significant contracture.
- •Family history is common — mention to relatives.
When to reassess or seek care again
Review every 8 weeks: contracture progression, grip function, treatment decision timing.
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Sources & Further Reading
Clinical guidance, red flags and safety notes on this page draw on the following current sources alongside the classical references above.
- NHS · 2024
- Healthdirect Australia · 2024
- National Library of Medicine · 2024
Educational reference for licensed practitioners. Not a substitute for individual clinical assessment. Refer to conventional care for any red-flag or undiagnosed presentation.