Contracture deformity limits movement due to stiff connective tissues, often caused by inactivity, injury, or underlying conditions like arthritis. Diagnosis typically involves a physical exam and ...

Dupuytren’s contracture causes firm, usually painless nodules in the palm to form cords and pull fingers toward the palm over time. It often affects the ring and little fingers, making straightening ...

Background: Prolonged immobility during a critical illness may predispose patients to the development of joint contracture. We sought to document the incidence of, the risk factors for and the ...

Dupuytren's disease limits hand function, diminishes the quality of life, and may ultimately disable the hand. Surgery followed by hand therapy is standard treatment, but it is associated with serious ...

Contracture, or reduced joint mobility, is a common and disabling sequel of spinal cord injury. The primary intervention for the treatment and prevention of contracture is regular stretch to soft ...