Dupuytren’s contracture is an abnormal thickening and tightening of the elastic tissue that resides underneath the skin of the hand. It is a progressive hand abnormality that can progress over time, with more frequency seen in males over the age of 50. Dupuytren’s Disease is sometimes called the Viking disease and not only gives displays cosmetic concerns, discomfort, and pain, but also makes basic tasks difficult to be conducted by the challenged hand.

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