What is tendon Tenodesis?

What is tendon Tenodesis?

Overview. Biceps tenodesis is an orthopedic surgery performed to repair the tendon that connects your bicep muscle to the shoulder. Tendon issues in the shoulders often occur in athletes. The goal of surgery is to relieve shoulder pain associated with inflammation and tendon wear due to injury, overuse, or aging.

How long do you wear a sling after bicep Tenodesis?

You’ll wear an arm sling or arm immobilizer for two to four weeks after your surgery. As a result, you might need to take off work or ask for help with everyday activities. Most people who have biceps tenodesis surgery have physical therapy to increase shoulder range of motion and strength.

What is interval biceps tenodesis?

Biceps tenodesis describes the surgical procedure that is usually performed for the treatment of biceps tendonitis of the shoulder. The biceps tendon passes through the shoulder joint and attaches to the labrum. When this attachment is torn, it is a so-called SLAP tear of the shoulder.

Is tenotomy the same as Tenodesis?

Biceps tenodesis involves cutting the biceps tendon off the labrum, which is the pad of cartilage inside the glenoid, and reattaching it to the humerus (upper arm bone). Biceps tenotomy means cutting off one tendon and not reattaching it, allowing it to heal to the humerus over a few weeks.

How long does it take to recover from bicep Tenodesis?

It typically takes at least 4 to 6 weeks to recover from biceps tenodesis surgery. However, depending on the extent of damage — or complications during surgery — full recovery could take up to a year. After surgery, the shoulder is typically kept numb via pain medications.

What is the Tenodesis effect?

Tenodesis effect. Note the relative flexion of the fingers when the wrist is extended except for the index finger (with the flexor tendon laceration); the fingers fall into relative extension when the wrist is flexed.

How is Tenodesis performed?

Biceps tenodesis is performed under general anesthesia. This procedure may be done through a small, open incision. The surgeon will first look inside the shoulder joint with a small camera called an arthroscope. If the tenodesis is part of a larger operation, open surgery on the shoulder may be used instead.

What should I avoid after biceps tenodesis surgery?

*IMPORTANT*: Avoid any resistive twisting motions of your wrist and forearm. These include opening jars, using a screwdriver, opening doorknobs, wringing out towels, etc. These motions may put you at risk of injuring your biceps tenodesis. You can also shrug your shoulders.