Needle Aponeurotomy For Dupuytren's Disease

Treatment Overview

Needle aponeurotomy (say "ap-uh-noo-RAH-tuh-mee") is a procedure used to straighten bent fingers (contracture) caused by Dupuytren's disease. This procedure may also be called percutaneous needle fasciotomy.

The procedure can be done in your doctor's office. It usually takes about 30 minutes.

The affected hand will be cleaned and injected with medicine to numb the area. When it is numb, the doctor will insert a needle into the tissue that is pulling your fingers toward your palm. The needle is used to make holes in the tissue. The doctor will then straighten your fingers. This will separate the tissue and release the pull on your fingers.

After the procedure, your doctor may inject steroid medicine into your hand to reduce swelling.