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My grandmothers small finger nd ring fingers are automatically folding towards palm nd it is v difficult to bring them back to shape. they are touching palm nd getting in dis permanent shape?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Contracture: Sounds like a contracture of her fngers. This is usually related to some process affecting the flexor tendons. See your provider or if possible see an orthopedist.

Answered 10/9/2019

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A member asked:

My grandmothers small finger nd ring fingers are automatically folding towards palm nd it is v difficult to bring them back to shape. they are touching palm nd getting in dis permanent shape?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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