Xiaflex was approved in 2010 for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture. Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition where nodules form under the skin in the palm of the hand. These nodules thicken and ...

Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway was recently seen on NBC's "Today" show to talk about the debilitating hand condition he has been battling for 15 years -- Dupuytren's contracture. When the former ...

Dupuytren's contracture, also known as Dupuytren's disease, occurs with a thickening of the tissue fibers in the layer below the palm and skin of the fingers. The condition often does not cause pain, ...

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The genetic disorder affects the palmar fascia, the thick layer of tissue found in the palm of the hand. Treatment is dependent on an individual’s symptoms and quality of life. Dupuytren’s disease is ...