tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post4966521592636054027..comments2024-03-19T02:44:17.494-04:00Comments on MARIETTE'S BACK TO BASICS: {My Hand with Dupuytren's Contracture - Update}Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-20358092368377716932018-03-03T10:40:03.002-05:002018-03-03T10:40:03.002-05:00Dearest Deborah,
Cannot answer that for you but it...Dearest Deborah,<br />Cannot answer that for you but it certainly is wise for finding yourself a good hand surgeon! Ask around and find out. Good luck!<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-45370670268097579432018-03-03T05:06:39.412-05:002018-03-03T05:06:39.412-05:00Friend, I've got growths in both hands. Thanks...Friend, I've got growths in both hands. Thanks for advice using hand surgeon vs general orthopedic. Jut wondering if should have both done same time. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16185326989311021844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-79551078750648149612016-03-05T10:27:31.359-05:002016-03-05T10:27:31.359-05:00Dearest Mariette,
Thank you very much for your rep...Dearest Mariette,<br />Thank you very much for your reply and comments. I will try to fashion something similar for my left hand to help my fingers bend. I am also thinking of seeing a surgeon to see if maybe the tendons need to be extended or maybe he can help my tendons glide better. Thank you again,<br /><br />DeeUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593900418209497906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-22161682441721438062016-02-29T00:11:10.878-05:002016-02-29T00:11:10.878-05:00Dearest Dee,
Thank you for your visit and comment....Dearest Dee,<br />Thank you for your visit and comment.<br />The white finger bender is just a simple piece of elastic strap, that you could buy at any WalMart or store for sewing notions. You just cut off a piece and staple the two ends together. Figuring out the correct size, cut it longer so you can adjust it and tighten if needed to. To me that looked genial and so simple. Wish they had shown me this right away when my finger probably could have healed completely.<br />As for that Whirlpool treatment, there is not much that I can add. This was just used as a kind of warm up, for making muscles more supple and pliable I guess. You could ask at your clinic if they have something like that.<br />Good that you got a cast for wearing at night so you can rest peacefully without having to worry that you hurt your fingers by accidental bending.<br />My hand is not causing me pain but I cannot bend that index finger at all. That does restrict you in a number of things but life goes on; it could be worse!<br />Wishing you well, especially at such a young age.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-28457618868157240602016-02-28T23:30:09.082-05:002016-02-28T23:30:09.082-05:00Thank you for posting such a detailed blog with pi...Thank you for posting such a detailed blog with pictures. I have 3 fingers affected just like yours. It's been over a year for me. I appreciated your photos of different treatment contraptions, I use all but two, and have found them all by myself without help from docs and therapists in Canada who have not been helpful. I'm practically disabled in my left hand - 3 fingers don't straighten and don't bend. I watched it all progress over the past year as I desperately looked for help (I was 39). Who has fashioned the finger bender white cloth band for you? Is it for sale anywhere? Also can you give more details of the whirlpool "At +OrthoGeorgia I started out each time with this Whirlpool treatment. Ground up corn cobs, an inert medium, are being circulated by hot air inside." Perhaps my hand clinic has something similar. They have provided a night cast for me that I wear at night to prevent accidentally bending my fingers (pain) which is like my security blanket allowing me to sleep in peace again.<br />Thank you and I wish you full recovery,<br />DeeUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593900418209497906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-2670660128345301662015-04-06T19:18:24.644-04:002015-04-06T19:18:24.644-04:00Dearest Kajsa,
It was rather tough for getting thr...Dearest Kajsa,<br />It was rather tough for getting through those weeks when I hardly could use my hand but by now I function very well and I accept this stiff and crooked finger for what it is. No more pain involved so don't worry!<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-72720768372256437752015-04-06T14:24:58.876-04:002015-04-06T14:24:58.876-04:00Dearest Mariette
Poor you.
It's very debilitat...Dearest Mariette<br />Poor you.<br />It's very debilitating when not a finger or hand work.<br />It swelled significantly after surgery - really hope you get it right now and you do not have pain.<br />Hugs to you<br />KajsaKajsahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11420860056878376519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-31569664926771250182015-04-03T18:36:23.533-04:002015-04-03T18:36:23.533-04:00Dearest Marie-Anne,
Well, I am a rather tough bird...Dearest Marie-Anne,<br />Well, I am a rather tough bird and can endure a high pain-level and don't like to complain. It was not easy and it seemed like everything came together. Let's hope that my hands do steer clear of any problems for a long time to come.<br />Happy weekend to you and lots of hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-19324691195426316202015-04-03T18:00:25.452-04:002015-04-03T18:00:25.452-04:00Dearest Mariette, you say it was not painful, but...Dearest Mariette, you say it was not painful, but you have certainly gone through a very difficult time!!!<br />I hope everything will be fine from now on and that you will not have to suffer again from your hand!!!<br />Take care of you and enjoy your Easter weekend!<br />Many hugs!!!!!<br />Marie-Anne Marie-Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00107777204581721076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-73245530038681223592015-04-03T08:20:29.715-04:002015-04-03T08:20:29.715-04:00Dearest Carolyn,
We stay positive and life goes on...Dearest Carolyn,<br />We stay positive and life goes on, it could be a lot worse. <br />No hospitals are not nice places to be at and for a price much higher than an expensive resort area with all its luxuries! They keep the temperature low on purpose I guess, for controlling somewhat the infection level but why would the filling of a hot water bottle not be allowed?! Guess it just depends on the person on charge... At least I did enjoy my down duvet and it got lots of attention as most people are not so used to this European style bedding.<br />Happy Easter to you both and sending you blessings and hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-59983801987945742732015-04-03T08:16:19.279-04:002015-04-03T08:16:19.279-04:00Dearest Michiko,
Wishing you and your loved ones a...Dearest Michiko,<br />Wishing you and your loved ones also a very Happy Easter!<br />Hugs and love,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-1440837198387259462015-04-03T08:14:01.685-04:002015-04-03T08:14:01.685-04:00Lieve Ger,
Nee, zeker niet en ik ben ook blij dat ...Lieve Ger,<br />Nee, zeker niet en ik ben ook blij dat het zo ver achter me ligt nu. Heel jammer inderdaad dat het resultaat niet dat is waar ik me zo voor ingezet heb. Hoe dan ook, ik kan er mee leven en of het nog ooit soepeler gaat worden zien we wel.<br />Jij zelf weet er dus ook alles van als je ook naar fysio therapie bent geweest i.v.m. de artrose in je knieën. Dan is zo'n beslissing to operatie voor een nieuwe knie niet niks. Mijn Moeder had ook één nieuwe knie en na de therapie ging het goed. De tweede knie kon niet meer vanwege haar nier probleem, had wel gemoeten want ze had last van dat knie. Zo'n dageljkse pijn tast inderdaad je hele levensstijl aan want er zijn zoveel dingen die je niet of nauwelijks nog kunt doen. Zelfs het uren in de keuken staan is moeilijk. Een lieve vriendin die enkele jaren ouder is als ik heeft enkele maanden geleden ook een kunstknie gekregen en het gaat weer goed met haar. Dan kun je inderdaad weer genieten van het leven!<br />Goed dat je alvast een goeie selektie hebt gemaakt in het kiezen van een bekwame orthopedische chirurg. Veel geluk ermee en inderdaad; altijd positief blijven want dat helpt het meeste onder alle omstandigheden.<br />Liefs en ook hele fijne Paasdagen; het weer hier is voor jullie begrippen bijna tropisch, vandaag 29°C en erna iets minder warm.<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-34850552277437934092015-04-03T08:00:35.117-04:002015-04-03T08:00:35.117-04:00Dearest Jo-Anne,
Indeed we do not even realize how...Dearest Jo-Anne,<br />Indeed we do not even realize how blessed we are until we miss the full use of our hands. Life is bearable with my finger the way it is now; not perfect but functional.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-61515421544158223692015-04-03T00:19:46.544-04:002015-04-03T00:19:46.544-04:00dearest Mariette,
What a rough time you have had ...dearest Mariette,<br /><br />What a rough time you have had and such an ordeal and a costly one. So sorry for you and it is such a shame you were not able to see the specialist you wanted and knew.<br />Wishing for continued healing. Yes, hospitals aren't the nicest of places to be - I remember after Victoria was born I was freezing and had my own hot water bottle and asked could I fill it - apparently they would not allow them.<br />Happy Easter to you and Pieter.<br />Blessings and hugs<br />CarolynDraffin Bearshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01448539647442095635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-5761087701332649332015-04-02T21:52:26.682-04:002015-04-02T21:52:26.682-04:00Dearest Mariette,
If I need in your index finger i...Dearest Mariette,<br />If I need in your index finger ime time..My friend had hand surgeon with right hands two of ok.<br />I had my right hands would feel the distance and contal the stroke.and putting are pointing my finger's OK.<br />Have a Lovely Easter with all your family!<br />Michiko Michiko Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09159172013948402225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-59055153089299240882015-04-02T19:04:07.313-04:002015-04-02T19:04:07.313-04:00Lieve Mariette,
Dit is geen fijne tijd om op teru...Lieve Mariette,<br /><br />Dit is geen fijne tijd om op terug te kijken en je was aan de goden overgeleverd, het heeft je veel ongemak,wilskracht, zorgen en handen vol geld gekost als ik het hele verhaal goed begrijp en het resultaat is niet wat jij er van verwacht had.<br />Een geluk heb je dat je doorzettingsvermogen niet in je vinger zit,anders was je dat misschien ook nog kwijt geweest.<br />Hopelijk zal het herstel wat beweeglijkheid aan vinger betreft nog verbeteren met de tijd.<br /><br />Ben al meer dan 5 jaar aan het sukkelen met artrose in het lijf oa aan beide knieën waarvoor ik al meerdere pijnlijke injecties heb gehad met enig resultaat van enkele maanden geen pijn wat een verademing was. Heb afgelopen 8 weken meerdere keren per week fysio therapie gehad om spieren in knieën sterker te maken, ook hoorde daar thuisoefeningen bij onlangs zijn er verschillende soorten scans gemaakt met contrast,afspraak bij orthopedisch chirurg (die ik zelf uitgekozen heb omdat zij de nodige ervaring en kwaliteiten in huis heeft met dit soort operaties) is gemaakt en het is nou echt tijd geworden voor kunstknie.<br />Ik heb er goed over nagedacht en ga ervoor,wil nog een beetje genieten van het leven zonder pijn en weer kunnen fietsen en normaal lopen.Heb me goed laten voorlichten en weet dat ook een nieuwe knie niet altijd blingbling is maar probeer op mijn manier positief te blijven denken en hoop op betere tijden.<br /><br />Wens jullie fijne Paasdagen met mooi weer!!!<br />Liefs,Ger<br /><br /><br /><br />Dat Gerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479835696683507454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-71653850899525125722015-04-02T18:36:57.870-04:002015-04-02T18:36:57.870-04:00So often we take the use of our hands for granted ...So often we take the use of our hands for granted I know I do, I hope you don't have as much trouble with the finger now Jo-Anne's Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11418152399382818709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-11415649882574454242015-04-02T18:24:26.445-04:002015-04-02T18:24:26.445-04:00Dearest Dimi,
Indeed, those were six months that I...Dearest Dimi,<br />Indeed, those were six months that I don't want to live through any time soon. The way it is now, I can live with it and forget about all the rest.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-84237671105934310822015-04-02T17:14:58.515-04:002015-04-02T17:14:58.515-04:00Dear Mariette,OMG! What a terrible experience to g...Dear Mariette,OMG! What a terrible experience to go through!<br />I'm glad you are feeling much better now!Take care my friend!Hugs!<br />Dimi....<br /><br /><br />DIMIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08261333259454936529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-71821684192144244812015-04-02T15:49:23.869-04:002015-04-02T15:49:23.869-04:00Liebe Irmi,
Ja, der Header ist schön und wir bleib...Liebe Irmi,<br />Ja, der Header ist schön und wir bleiben auch geniessen von solch kleine, schöne Dinge des Lebens. <br />Wir müssen damit leben was auf unserem Weg kommt und trotzdem immer das positive finden. Alles Liebe für dich und wir geniessen unserem Nachmittag.<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-3891113510062967482015-04-02T15:46:27.025-04:002015-04-02T15:46:27.025-04:00Lieve Nieneke,
Ja dit is een tijd die ik niet graa...Lieve Nieneke,<br />Ja dit is een tijd die ik niet graag over wil doen... Laten we positief blijven en toch genieten van de mooie kleine dingen van het leven. Arizona was heel goed om even in te lassen; het doet je de trieste dingen vergeten.<br />Liefs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-6802718161332801382015-04-02T15:42:10.739-04:002015-04-02T15:42:10.739-04:00Liebe Mariette,
während dein neuer Header wundersc...Liebe Mariette,<br />während dein neuer Header wunderschön ist, kann mir die dokumentierte Geschichte<br />deiner Hand weniger gut gefallen. Wärest du nur sofort zu dieser wunderbaren<br />Therapeutin gekommen.<br />Die letzte Zeit war sehr schwer für dich. Es ist aber gut, dass ihr das Leben genießt und<br />den schönen Urlaub verleben durftet.<br />Einen ruhigen Abend wünscht dir <br />IrmiDies und Das vom Neckarstrandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04494543750681067635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-48124249643924923682015-04-02T15:05:45.553-04:002015-04-02T15:05:45.553-04:00zo , wat vervelend allemaal ..je hebt echt moeil...zo , wat vervelend allemaal ..je hebt echt moeilijke maanden gehad ..<br />Met je Moeder en toen met je man en met je vinger ,<br />Fijn dat na die vervelende tijd ...je toch kon genieten van de reis<br />na Arizona ...<br />veel liefs en beterschap ...sterkte !!!<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07217874554659592175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-89023903750594803852015-04-02T14:25:48.109-04:002015-04-02T14:25:48.109-04:00Beste Marian,
Ja, inderdaad wàt een gedoe! Had noo...Beste Marian,<br />Ja, inderdaad wàt een gedoe! Had nooit op zoiets langdradigs en duurs gerekend met minder dan goed resultaat. Voor je man kan ik alleen maar adviseren om de bèste hand chirurg proberen te vinden en dan wens ik hem het allerbeste. Het blijkt bij Dupuytren's Contracture niet eens blijvend te helpen, het komt toch weer terug. Veelal mannen die het krijgen, tussen de 50 en 60 maar ik hoor er kennelijk ook bij. Ik heb maar één andere persoon gekend, een man hier in Dublin die inmiddels al overleden is. Hij had het aan de middelvinger van zijn rechterhand, die was hélemaal krom in een vuist-positie. Erg raar gevoel als je hem een hand gaf maar ja, hij kon er ook niks aan doen. <br />Het beste voor je man ook en een fijne Paasperiode met z'n allen!<br />Liefs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-34875124393248240892015-04-02T14:18:02.867-04:002015-04-02T14:18:02.867-04:00Dearest Madelief,
Well the surgery itself was not ...Dearest Madelief,<br />Well the surgery itself was not very complicated but the aftermath was not a good experience with being sent to the wrong place for therapy where not even a certified hand therapist was available! Guess that did more damage than anything else but what can I do? Have to accept this less perfect finger for what it is and live with it.<br />Enjoy a lovely Easter with your daughters and sending you hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.com