Dupuytren's Contracture (Starts as Lump on Hand) How to Treat

Famous Physical Therapist's Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck show a real live case of Dupuytren's Contracture. They also discuss treatment options. Dupuytren's Contracture typically starts as a lump in the palm of your hand.

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[jeffwilliams]

To everyone that has this, I've had it for many years and it just kept getting worse. For another reason completely, I stopped eating sweet things, drinking alcohol, smoking and caffeinated beverages. I had this in two fingers on each hand, but now, it's almost completely gone, after about 8 months. I don't know which of my bad habits was aggravating this condition as I quit all of them at once. Just a head's up.

[jlkdr]

So glad I found this. I was just diagnosed with Ledderhose and Dupuytren’s this past week. I am so happy you have this video. I feel hopeful. You lifted my spirits. Love you guys!!!

[bootman]

I don't know if this is the best video I've seen about the contracture, but I had the procedure done 3 months ago and it's been very successful. They inject xiaflex into the offending tissue, send you home for a day wearing a splint, and then the following day release the contracture. My pinky was severely impacted, which I think might have been an advantage, because it didn't take ten seconds for the doctor to release the contracture. The injections hurt like hell, but it's worth it! If you have Dupuytren's and have the ability to pay for it, DO IT!

The doc informed me that the vial of xiaflex costs $3600. I'm on Medicare. The doc cost me a 40 buck visit, there were three p/t visits which added up to $45. And that was it. $85, and I now have my finger back and I'm playing the piano again. If you're an old creep like I am and have dyuputren's, get it fixed!

[NeptunesPawns]

I am(was) a professional keyboardist. I was diagnosed 15 years ago with Dupuytren's Contracture, and it just kept getting worse. Playing piano wasn't horrible, but pushups became impossible. 3 years ago I started eating a ketogenic diet and prolonged fasting, 2-3 days every other week, as many as 6 (now 10!) days. Wasn't difficult for me personally. There is still a visible lump or sheaths, but my flexibility is pretty much 90% and pushups are no longer a problem. I am 56 years old now. Don't give up! Avoid surgery when possible! Autophagy and healthy feeding does wonders!

[stevekooyers]

i'm a 68 yo chiropractor in Californey. I love you guys and your vids. thanks. I just started w/ my rt pinky "locking" and have to snap it back. your vid helped me to relax about it. thanks again.

[gumbygreen]

These guys NEVER fail to make me laugh, and I’m usually looking them up when I’m not feeling at my best d/t whatever is bothering me

[rsrs]

i had needle aponeurotomy done on my right hand about 5 years ago (middle, ring, and little). worked like a champ. I just had my left hand done 3 days ago (middle, ring, and little). it was $1000 and took about an hour. I had the same doctor do both. He told me does about 2 procedures per day now that the word has got out. I would STRONGLY recommend this procedure. I had it done Friday, and I just mowed and edged my yard on Sunday. And Tribute act, I haven't given away my three guitars yet! lol. I hope this message helps anybody that has it. Don't put it off for another day! also, brad or bob, you can wash your hair with both hands again!

[timlazurka]

Just noticed lump on my left hand yesterday and started doing research. My family background is not Northern Europe more Bukovina and Oddessa. I remember my dad had a hand that was like that. Thanks for video and you experience with it and slow progression... As long as I can still twang my guitar all good!

[karlhungus]

Bob:

I realize this video is old, but if you happen to see it -- and, if your Dupuytren's Contracture is still an issue -- I suggest trying Proteolytic Enzymes. I also have Dupuytren's Contracture and the enzymes have been very helpful for me.

My contracture wasn't quite as pronounced as yours, but it could definitely been seen and felt. It was about 30 days into using Proteolytic Enzymes, before I was able to see and feel a significant difference. These days, I go a few months without taking enzymes, before the contracture starts returning. Then, I just start taking them again for a month or two.

To date, the only two Proteolytic Enzymes I've taken are "Zymessence" and "pHi-Zymes." Or, you can research your own Proteolytic Enzymes. I'm not affiliated with either products I mentioned, so I have no vested interest.

The reason I started taking Proteolytic Enzymes wasn't even related to Dupuytren's Contracture. I was taking it to help "clean" my blood, based on my reading about the enzymes clearing Circulating Immune Complexes (CICs) from the blood. Did it help my blood? I have no idea. But, the reduction in Dupuytren's was obvious -- and repeatable.

Again, these are Proteolytic Enzymes (not Digestive Enzymes) and are to be taken on an empty stomach between (one hour before or two hours after) meals. I take them first thing in the morning, as I've been sleeping for at least six hours and I generally don't eat for several hours after waking.

For anyone who may consider this approach, do your own research and consult with your own qualified healthcare team. I'm not a doctor, nurse, nutritionist, or pharmacist. You especially want to discuss the topic with your healthcare team, if you have any health conditions and/or are taking any other supplements and/or prescription medications.

Best of luck and health.

[michaelkufskie]

Thank you!!You have answered all my questions. I feel so much better!! You two are great.

[SYWPiano]

I am a professional pianist and I have been suffering from the 4th finger pulling down, I'm glad I found this video.

[johndeitch]

I had it bad in both hands. Started prolong fasting and dr burg suggested iodine. I now have full use of both hands left hand almost gone right 85% better. Rub iodine on lump and entire area. Try it please. Think iodine was what worked.

[susandechant]

Thanks guys! My doc says I am an outlier in many ways....started in my index finger, I'm a woman, and outside the normal age range. I now have it in my index finger and little finger on my right hand and in my index finger on the left. So far, my range of motion has not been impaired seriously. I can still straighten the finger on my left hand, the most recent area, but can no longer straighten the fingers on my right, even by forcing it with my other hand. Thanks again for your great video!

[ellenbarbara]

Hi guys, and thank you for your information. It took me a long time to put a name to this condition. Mine started with a cord going toward my pinky. As the cord thickened I got a nodule at the base of my pinky and as the cord thickened some more I got a nodule just above that, on my pinky. Sometimes it burns, sting or itches, or feels okay. It makes some physical exercising difficult. I think it started about five years ago. Stretching I would think would help, but it doesn't. I'm sorry you have this condition, Bob, but you make the best of it and sharing you experience in having it is heartwarming,

[queensigal]

just got diagnosed .I want to know whether I am Norweigian.
The down side is that this is a bit depressing

[lorihamiltonlmt]

Please use high contrast colors (best black and white) for poster. Red is difficult to see, for many. Thanks guys. You’re still my favs!

[iamthegreatcornholio]

i had surgery 8 yrs ago. it worked very well.

[pinkfreud]

My dad's side has this curse. My grandpa had it, my uncle, my cousin, my aunt and my dad just started to get a tad of it before he passed at 82. I feel abit of a nodule under my ring finger, but it's still OK for now. I don't see or feel any cords. Everyone but my grandpa had surgery, but it didn't seem to bother him. He was able to still build his garage and help my dad build a dinning room add-on.

[sarahspruce]

I had surgery 5 weeks ago and don't regret it. I had Dupuytren's and trigger finger. Being right handed it was causing issues with daily living and being able to do my job. I've been paleo for 7 years, don't drink or smoke and live a low-tox lifestyle. My nanna had it too so I guess my heritage (Welsh) has a lot to do with why it developed. I've read that it is connected to diabetes too...family history of Type 2 and I was the first to be diagnosed at 36, I'm now 52. If it develops again, hopefully I'll be retired by then so won't need hand so much, lol.

[lukegorman]

Hi Bob,

I am wondering if in the past 6 years since this video was released there has been any new treatment methods? Also wondering if you ended up getting some treatment in the end?
Thanks for the info! You guys are great!