05/28/07 22:17 from LukePowell

"Chris,

What physicians that treat Dupuytran's have you contacted? I have repeatedly written to Drs. Bourland in Memphis and Press in NJ, and they have never responded to email or post.

I am sixty, and last year I had my first operation, in Paris. My mother had her first operation at 74, so I was a bit alarmed to have mine starting so soon. Now my daughter complains of what may be early symptoms in her hands, and she is only 21. I would like to hear how you make out.

My operation was at the Institute de la Main. It cost $3500 US. After a year I do feel some return, but it is coming on slowly engough that I am still not sure. However, now my right hand is about ready for a procedure to free the little finger.

Luke Powell
www.lukepowell.com"