DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TENDON REPAIR

摘要

Disclosed is a device and method for repairing a partially or totally ruptured tendon. The device comprises an implant placed inside or outside of the tendon on either side of the rupture in order to strengthen the ruptured area during repair. Once positioned inside the tendon, the tendon is held in place so it can heal either by sewing or stapling through the tendon and implant, or by any other suitable method that utilizes the implant to provide strength to the ruptured area. In this manner the tendon can heal with less chance of rupturing again prior to healing.

主权项

1. A tendon repair device for being positioned inside of a tendon that includes a partial or complete rupture, the rupture separating the tendon into a first section and a second section, the tendon repair device including:
a hollow tube having an inner surface, a first end and a second end, the first end configured to receive the first section and the second end configured to receive the second section.