My WebMD Sign In

Please enter email address

Enter your password

Keep me signed in on this computer

Show more Information

If you select "Keep me signed in on this computer", every time you visit WebMD.com you won't have to type your email address and password. This means that a cookie will stay on your computer even when you exit or close your browser which may reduce your levels of privacy and security. You should never select this option if you're using a publicly accessible computer, or if you're sharing a computer with others. Even if you select this option there are some features of our site that still require you to log in for privacy reasons.

Forget your password? Having trouble signing in?

Why should I
sign up for WebMD?

With a WebMD Account you can:

Track your way to weight loss success
Manage your family's vaccinations
Join the conversation

See more benefits Sign Up

Why WebMD?

My WebMD

Show Menu

Facebook Twitter Pinterest

WebMD Home

Arthritis Health Center

Email a Friend

Print Article

Arthritis Health Center

Tools & Resources

Font Size

Dupuytren's Disease

Dupuytren's disease most often affects the pretendinous bands or fascia of the hand (shown in the normal hand structure in the picture on the left). As the disease progresses, these areas can thicken and form a ropelike cord. Eventually, the disease can severely affect the hand's appearance and function, causing contracture (shown in the picture on the right).

By	Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer	David Pichora, MD, FRCSC - Orthopedic Surgery
Last Revised	March 29, 2010

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: March 29, 2010

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.