Dupuytren's Disease - Other Places To Get Help

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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018-4262
Phone: 1-800-346-AAOS (1-800-346-2267)
(847) 823-7186
Fax: (847) 823-8125
E-mail: pemr@aaos.org
Web Address: www.aaos.org

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides information and education to raise the public's awareness of musculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on preventive measures. The AAOS Web site contains information on orthopedic conditions and treatments, injury prevention, and wellness and exercise.


American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)
6300 North River Road
Suite 600
Rosemont, IL 60018-4256
Phone: (847) 384-8300
Fax: (847) 384-1435
E-mail: info@assh.org
Web Address: http://www.hand-surg.org/

ASSH is a professional organization of hand surgeons that provides education to the public about hand problems, such as Dupuytren's Disease, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow. ASSH also provides education about surgery, preventive tips to keep your hands safe, and an online tool to find a hand surgeon.


Last Updated: 04/03/2006

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