Hi sweex

Well maybe but not typically. DD is typically a hand condition associated with the palmar fascia or aponeurosis and associated pretendinous ligaments that reach up into the fingers. However DD is also associated with a more general fibrosis condition that can occur in other parts of the body, including feet, shoulders, lungs, internal fascia and the penis. Many people experience their first DD symptoms following a wrist injury of sorts, including a broken wrist, or after wrist surgery for carpal tunnel which is a thickening or one of the palmar ligaments. So in the case of carpal tunnel, even before surgery there were symptoms, not of DD but problems in the wrist with tendons or ligaments. Finally the typical case of DD with cords in the palm can include cords forming down into base of the palm towards the wrist although it is less common.

You say a GP has confirmed you have DD, is that based on typical nodules and cords in the palm or fingers, maybe some skin pitting and resistance to flexion? A hand surgeon in the UK would be your next port of call, but they wont do anything until you have a contracture past a certain amount, and hopefully by browsing our website and forum you will see there are a few other options before getting to the stage of needing surgery.

Best wishes SB