Do Massages Help Dupuytren's Contracture?

The unusual nature of Dupuytren's Contracture makes treatment a bit of a challenge. Unlike most conditions, there is no cause of Dupuytren's Contracture, and there is no cure for the disease either. Dupuytren's Contracture starts as a lump, bump, or nodule on the hand; this is not ordinarily painful unless it is on top of a nerve and, for the most part, is not noticeable. It isn't until the disease progresses that most patients will even bother to take notice, and at this stage, it usually is too late. As the disease progresses, a cord develops from the hand's bump to one of the main joints on the finger. This cord will pull at the joint, making the finger bend unnaturally towards the palm's center. Once the finger's bending begins, the only way to correct it is with surgery or needle aponeurotomy. 

What makes Dupuytren's Contracture so unusual is the fact that so little is really known about the condition. What we do know is that this condition is hereditary, being passed down through the generations. We understand that those of Northern European, Scandanavian, and British descent are more likely to develop the condition than anyone else. Men are more likely to develop the disease than women. The condition develops more frequently in people forty and over but can affect any age group. People who suffer from diabetes, liver disease, or have thyroid issues are also more likely to develop Dupuytren's Contracture. There is a connection between seizure medication and the condition, with those taking these medicines more likely to have the disease. 

A chemical imbalance also impacts the development of Dupuytren's Disease, which is also known as Vikings Disease and Celtic Hand. Drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, and taking drugs all affect how likely a patient is to develop this condition. 

How to stop Viking's Disease

Most patients of Dupuytren's Contracture have to go through a gruesome surgery to correct the condition. The reason is they wait until the disease starts having an impact on everyday life before acting. The surgery comes with several downsides and potential side effects, so it is not always the most sort after option. Patients will often opt for needle aponeurotomy instead, which has several side effects and is not always practical. Both of these treatments don't eliminate the disease, with there being a chance that the condition can return. 

An effective natural Dupuytren's contracture treatment is to massage the hand. As long as the oil used is the right type, and the massage is deep enough, massaging the hand early during the condition will make a big difference. The combination of the Dupuytrens jelly and Dupuytrens wand is the most effective on the market and, when used correctly, can eliminate the condition in under one month. The jelly helps the wand to penetrate the skin, which attacks the disease at its source. Deep massaging breaks up the hardened tissue, releasing the cord and allowing the finger to be straightened. The wand and jelly are easy to use, and in comparison to other treatments, are very well priced. 

After any one of the surgical or Dupuytren's natural treatment options, the patient needs to use a splint or brace to keep the finger straight and allow for recovery. Splints and braces, however, are cumbersome and make doing anything with the affected hand difficult. The brace gets in the way every time you try to do anything and make the hand painful. The Dupuytrens tape is the ideal solution to any brace or splint as it is lightweight, allowing the use of the hand while keeping the finger in the right position.