After many years of investigation of of feasibility, safety and efficacy---a bacterial enzyme injection which can dissolve the duputren's cord (clostridial collagenase) is now available. For more informtion visit
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This new treatment option is available for appropriate candidates at Tomaino Orthopaedic Care. It involves an injection on day 1 followed the next day by a gentle manipulation. Formal therapy is not required, but a splint is recommended at night for several months to keep the fingers in a straightened position.