Below you’ll find the answers to the questions we get asked most about the services we offer for at Dupuytren’s Wimbledon.
How do I know I have a condition that can be treated with radiotherapy?
If you’re suffering from Dupuytren’s contracture, you should seek treatment from Dupuytren’s Wimbledon when you have the following:
- Signs of the disease in your palm – such as nodules, cords or skin retraction
- Minimal or no contracture of your fingers
- Worsening of symptoms over the past 12 months
If you’re suffering from Ledderhose disease, you should seek treatment from Dupuytren’s Wimbledon when you have:
- Nodules in arch or sole of your foot
- Discomfort, pain or growing nodules
Can I still get this treatment if I don’t have private medical insurance?
Yes, you can. If you don’t have private medical insurance, you can pay for the radiotherapy treatment at Dupuytren’s Wimbledon yourself. We can provide you with a detailed quote, and you can pay by a variety of payment methods. Find out more about payment options.
How soon can I start my treatment?
Treatment with Dupuytren’s Wimbledon can start within three days of your initial consultation.
Where can I get treatment?
Dupuytren’s Wimbledon offer treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture and Ledderhose disease at Cancer Centre London, 49 Parkside, Wimbledon, London
What is involved in treatment?
Read our step-by-step guide of what to expect at each stage of your radiotherapy treatment at Dupuytren’s Wimbledon.
Will it hurt?
Can I drive after my treatment?
How effective is radiotherapy in treating these conditions?
Clinical research shows radiotherapy treatment is effective for both Dupuytren’s contracture and Ledderhose disease. Many of our patients say that radiation treatment was successful in reducing their pain, stopping disease progression and improving symptoms.
How can I get treatment?
If you would like to receive treatment from the Dupuytren’s Wimbledon team, book a consultation appointment with us.
What happens after treatment?
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