Dupuytren

Dupuytren’s contracture: the Viking disease explained

Mr Andrew Fitzgerald
2024-04-26

Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition affecting the hand and fingers, which can leave the patient unable to straighten their fingers. Experienced orthopaedic surgeon Mr Andrew Fitzgerald explains. Mostrare di più

What is Dupuytren’s disease?

Mr James Nicholl
2024-04-26

Dupuytren’s disease or Dupuytren’s contracture is sometimes called the ‘Viking disease’ because it is most commonly found in countries which were invaded by the Vikings. It is a common disease affecting the hands, which usually presents itself in middle age or later in life and is more common in men than women. Mr James Nicholl walks us through this condition and how it can be treated. Mostrare di più

Dupuytren’s contracture: A guide to surgical and non-surgical treatment

Mr Stephen Lipscombe
2024-04-26

For patients with Dupuytren’s contracture, the range of both surgical and non-surgical treatment options available helps most people to manage their condition effectively. In this informative article, highly revered consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Stephen Lipscombe details the available options and also discusses the most common ways the condition can affect the hand's function. Mostrare di più

Psoriasis, keloid scarring, arthritis and many more: Could radiotherapy be the answer?

Dr Richard Shaffer
2024-04-25

Radiotherapy, traditionally used to treat cancer, can also be beneficial to patients with benign conditions such as psoriasis, arthritis and keloid scarring. In this illuminating article, highly respected radiotherapy specialist and consultant clinical oncologist Dr Richard Shaffer gives an expert guide to radiotherapy for benign conditions. Mostrare di più