Dupuytren’s contracture results due to progressive localised thickening and tightening of the palmar fascia that results in tethering of fingers and/or thumb in a bent position. Text Reference: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/dupuytrens-disease/ Image Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dupuytrens-contracture/symptoms-causes/syc-20371943