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Tendon Repair Surgery
SURGERY FOR TORN TENDONS
A procedure to help you get back to full fitness after an injury
Having tendon repair surgery
Tendon injuries are relatively common and rarely serious, they can be torn, or ruptured.
Your consultant may suggest surgery if other types of treatment, such as physiotherapy, haven't worked or if you've torn your tendon badly.
Surgery can be carried out on any tendon but it's usually done on shoulders (distal bicep repair), hands, wrists and the foot and ankle (Achilles tendon repair).
Need to know - tendon repair surgery procedure
What happens during your procedure depends on the nature of your tendon injury. Your procedure could be carried out under general anaesthetic, or you might have a local anaesthetic just to numb the area. Your surgeon will discuss this with you beforehand.
Your surgeon will cut into your skin and stitch the ends of the torn tendon together before closing the area with stitches. Wherever possible, your surgeon will use a minimally invasive keyhole technique. If your injury is serious, they may take a piece of tendon from another part of your body and graft it on to the injured one.
Your consultant will let you know how to prepare for your procedure. If you're having general anaesthetic, they'll tell you how long you should avoid eating and drinking beforehand.
It's important to rest your tendon after your procedure. You may have to wear a sling or bandage for a while. To help you build up your strength, your consultant might recommend a course of physiotherapy to help you build up your strength again. They'll also let you know when you can get back to your usual routine, including work.
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Tendon Repair Surgery Consultants
Mr Andrew Goldberg OBE
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Mazin Ibrahim
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Simon Lambert
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Shelain Patel
Orthopaedic Surgery
Our locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place W1U 5NY London
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This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.