I also suffer from the contracture. It is genetic (originally from Scandinavia and for me, through Scottish forebares). I have had an operation/surgery to fix the contracture in my right hand. My left hand (small and ring fingers) are now moderately affected.

Be happy, Dupuytrens can affect the plantar fascia of the hands and feet but worst of all, the penis. Small mercies, eh?

Most of my maternal family members have/had the contracture in various degrees.

You occupation/hobby etc. Have no bearing on the onset or progression of the complaint.

Denis