Deep heat therapy for palmar fibromatosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests a non-invasive treatment that uses energy to heat deep tissue in the hand, which may help soften the thickened cords and reduce finger bending caused by palmar fibromatosis (Dupuytren's disease). It is for people with mild to moderate contractures who have not had surgery or injections.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 40 and 70 years old.
- You need to have a thickened cord in your palm or a finger that is bent (contracture) by at least 20 degrees.
- A hand specialist must confirm your diagnosis.
- You cannot have had prior surgery (like fasciotomy or fasciectomy) or collagenase injections for this hand.
- No severe contractures (over 30 degrees) or multiple fingers needing surgery.
- No infections, ulcers, skin lesions, pacemakers, metal implants, active cancer, pregnancy, stroke, Parkinson's, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Quick eligibility check
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