Contractures & Burn Sequelae in Bangalore

Contracture and Burn Sequelae Treatment by Dr. Dharmesh JB in Bangalore

Burns and deep skin injuries can lead to contractures—tight bands of scar tissue that limit movement and may cause deformity over time. These issues can affect hand function, grip, finger movement, and daily activities. At Dr. Dharmesh JB’s Clinic in Bangalore, we provide specialized treatment for contractures and burn sequelae with a focus on restoring mobility, function, and comfort.

Treatment may involve reconstructive procedures such as contracture release, skin grafting/flaps when needed, and structured rehabilitation to achieve long-term improvement in movement and flexibility.

What Are Contractures & Burn Sequelae?

Contractures occur when scar tissue shortens and tightens after burns, trauma, or surgery, restricting joint motion and pulling the fingers or hand into abnormal positions. Burn sequelae can include thick scars, stiffness, pain, reduced sensation, and functional limitation. Early evaluation and timely treatment help prevent progressive disability.

Contracture & Burn Care Treatments

Post-Burn Contracture Release of the Hand

Hand contractures after burns can restrict finger opening/closing and reduce grip strength. A post-burn contracture release procedure involves carefully releasing tight scar bands to restore joint range of motion. Depending on severity, coverage may require skin grafts or local flaps to allow proper healing and reduce recurrence. Rehabilitation with splinting and physiotherapy is crucial to maintain improvement.

Management of Hand Burns and Their Complications

Hand burns may lead to complications such as infection, delayed wound healing, tendon exposure, stiffness, thick scars, and functional impairment. We provide structured care that may include wound debridement, dressings, grafting when necessary, scar management, and therapy guidance. The goal is to protect vital hand structures and preserve movement while minimizing long-term scarring and disability.

Dupuytren’s Contracture Release

Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition in which thickened tissue in the palm forms tight cords that gradually pull one or more fingers into a bent position. When it affects function and daily activities, Dupuytren’s contracture release surgery can help straighten the fingers by releasing or removing the tight cords. Post-operative exercises and hand therapy improve outcomes and help maintain finger extension.

Conditions Treated

Post-burn hand and finger contractures
Joint stiffness due to burn scars
Hand burn complications (infection, delayed healing, scar stiffness)
Post-traumatic scar contractures affecting movement
Dupuytren’s contracture affecting finger extension

Why Choose Dr. Dharmesh JB?

Reconstructive Expertise: Precise contracture release to improve mobility.
Function-First Approach: Focus on restoring hand movement, grip, and dexterity.
Personalized Planning: Treatment tailored to scar severity, location, and patient needs.
Complete Care: Combines surgery, scar management, splinting, and physiotherapy.

Recovery & Rehabilitation

Recovery depends on the severity and location of the contracture and the procedure performed. Rehabilitation usually includes splinting, physiotherapy, scar massage guidance, and regular follow-up. Consistent therapy is essential to prevent stiffness and maintain the range of motion achieved after surgery.

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If burn scars or contractures are restricting your hand movement, early specialist care can prevent worsening. 📞 Call now or 📅 book your consultation at Dr. Dharmesh JB’s Clinic in Bangalore for expert contracture and burn sequelae treatment.