Tag: hand health

  • Ganglions

    Ganglions Definition and Description of Ganglions Ganglions, commonly referred to as ganglion cysts, are fluid-filled sacs that often develop along tendons or joints in the hand or wrist. Medically, they are classified as benign tumors that can vary in size and may change over time. Despite their appearance, ganglions are generally non-cancerous and can sometimes…

  • Dupuytren’s Disease

    Dupuytren’s Disease Definition and Description of Dupuytren’s Disease Dupuytren’s Disease, also known as Dupuytren’s contracture, is a condition that affects the palmar fascia—the connective tissue located beneath the skin of the palm. The condition leads to the thickening and shortening of this fascia, which can ultimately cause the fingers, particularly the ring and little fingers,…