# Hand Rehabilitation following Dupuytren’s Contracture

- Link: https://sifsof.com/clinical-apps/hand-rehabilitation-following-dupuytrens-contracture/
- Published: 2022-04-01T14:19:50+00:00
- Author: Monica

Dupuytren’s contracture (also called Dupuytren’s disease) is an abnormal thickening
of the skin in the palm of your hand at the base of your fingers. This thickened
area may develop into a hard lump or thick band. Over time, it can cause one or 
more fingers to curl (contract), or pull sideways or in toward your palm.

Dupuytren’s contracture is believed to run in families (be hereditary). The exact
cause is not known. However, it may be linked to cigarette smoking, alcoholism, 
diabetes, nutritional deficiencies, or medicines used to treat seizures.

The symptoms of Dupuytren’s contracture may look like other health problems. These
are the most common symptoms of this issue:

 * Not being able to lay your hand flat on a table, palm down (called the tabletop
   test)

 * One or more small, tender lumps (nodules) in the palm. Over time, the tenderness
   usually goes away.

 * The nodules may thicken and contract or tighten. This can cause thick bands of
   tissue under the skin in the palm of the hand.

 * Pits or grooves in the skin compressed by the contracted finger. These areas 
   can become very sore and can lead to skin loss if they don’t heal properly.

 * Fingers are pulled forward

 * Your hand is not able to work as well

The most important points in hand therapy after surgery for Dupuytren’s disease 
include rehabilitation. Indeed, physical therapy is an appropriate treatment for
Dupuytren’s contracture, before and after medical intervention. An exercise program
is set to help keep the fingers movable and avoid the subsequent development of 
scar tissue.

In this sense, the [SIFREHAB-1.1](https://sifsof.com/product/robotic-rehabilitation-gloves-sifrehab-1-1/)
Robotic Rehabilitation Gloves are appropriate for patients suffering from hand dysfunction
because of Dupuytren’s Contracture. It’s a cutting-edge product for rehabilitating
hand function.

Patients can improve their psychological well-being and sense of accomplishment 
by recovering at home, saving money on a rehabilitation hospital and associated 
care, completing the daily rehabilitation training plan independently, and performing
functional task-oriented training. Daily activity training, such as stretching and
machine holding, is one of these duties.

The SIFREHAB-1.1 is a simple-to-use device made of a polymer pneumatic flexible 
material that is adjustable and wearable, and it can start the artificial flexible
drive with great flexibility. As a result, individuals with nerve problems can expect
a relaxing, stress-free home rehabilitation session.

Dupuytren’s Contracture is not a dangerous issue. For this reason, many people don’t
get treatment. But treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture can slow the disease or
help ease your symptoms. As a result, the Robotic Rehabilitation Gloves: SIFREHAB-
1.1 have been advanced as one of the most effective devices for promoting this rapid
and effective physical recovery.

Reference: [Dupuytren’s disease ](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/dupuytrens-contracture#:~:text=Dupuytren%27s%20contracture%20(also%20called%20Dupuytren%27s,or%20in%20toward%20your%20palm.)

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