Non Surgical Treatment for Dupuytren's Contracture

  Viking hand syndrome, also known as Dupuytren's contracture, is a rare medical condition that can occur in people who use vibrating tools or machinery for prolonged periods of time. It causes your fingers to bend towards your palm. Some possible causes of Viking hand syndrome include: Prolonged use of vibrating tools: The use of vibrating tools, such as jackhammers, sanders, or drills, can cause repeated trauma to the hands and fingers, leading damage of lump formation that later on develops into cords. Cold weather: Exposure to cold weather can cause blood vessels in the hands and fingers to constrict, reducing blood flow and increasing the risk of this condition. Smoking: Smoking can cause damage to blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the hands and fingers that can also be a cause of this condition. Genetics: it is considered that genetic condition, as the origin of this condition is related to Vikings that mea...

According to a study, approximately 15 million Americans have Dupuytren’s Contracture, aged 35 and older. The  Viking disease of the hands  is progressive and shows different symptoms at different stages. In the beginning, the affected person will notice a thickening in the palm of the skin. As the disease progresses, the thickened skin may form hard lumps, leading to the curling of the fingers.  People who may be at risk of developing Dupuytren’s Contracture: People over the age of 50. People with a family history of Dupuytren’s Contracture. Men are at a higher risk than women.  People with certain health conditions. People who drink and smoke more. Salvage treatment for Viking disease of hands There are times when surgical and non-surgical treatments don’t work as expected, or when the disease continues to advance despite treatment. In some cases, the contracture of the fingers progresses to the degree that it is no longer treatable; that calls for...