MAKING THINGS HARD TO GRASP: DUPUYTREN’S CONTRACTURE
There are many conditions that can affect the hand, and one of the most unusual is Dupuytren's contracture, where scar tissue starts forming in the palm of the hand. As the disease progresses, Dupuytren's contracture can cause one or more fingers (usually the ring and pinky fingers) to bend toward the palm. This can complicate everyday activities and can make it impossible to fully extend the fingers — resulting in a loss of normal grasping.