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National Hand Health Month: Empowering Lives with Hand Well-being

This September, the inaugural National Hand Health Month is being celebrated, an initiative by Endo, a subsidiary of Mallinckrodt plc. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about the crucial role our hands play in our daily activities and their connection to our overall well-being. It also focuses on informing people about Dupuytren's contracture, a hand condition that often goes undiagnosed.

Understanding the Importance of Hand Health

Our hands are essential tools that facilitate our interactions, creativity, and ability to perform everyday tasks. Whether it’s holding loved ones close, preparing meals, or engaging in sports, healthy hands are indispensable. The National Hand Health Month emphasizes hand health's significance and empowers individuals to take proactive steps in caring for their hands.

Dupuytren's contracture is an underrecognized condition that can hinder normal hand function. It involves the thickening of the tissue beneath the skin of the palm, forming cords that pull fingers towards the palm, eventually limiting their movement. Endo aims to shed light on this condition by sharing personal stories and promoting non-surgical treatment options like XIAFLEX, the only FDA-approved therapy for Dupuytren's contracture.

Highlighting Patient Journeys

One of the month’s key initiatives includes narratives from individuals affected by Dupuytren's contracture. Patients have shared their experiences through various platforms, illustrating the struggles of living with this condition and the impact of treatments like XIAFLEX. These stories highlight not just the physical challenges, but also the emotional and social repercussions that come with restricted hand functionality.

Stephanie Wenstrup, Executive Director of Orthopedics Marketing at Endo, stated, "During Hand Health Month, we have a powerful opportunity to raise awareness, spark meaningful conversations, and empower patients to take control of their hand health." The initiative seeks to ignite discussions on hand conditions, stressing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

Engage in the Conversation

This year, on September 17th, Dr. Damon Adamany, a prominent orthopedic surgeon, alongside a XIAFLEX patient named Steve, will host a Reddit