METHOD 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 method of repairing a ruptured tendon by using a tendon repair device that includes a body with an outer surface including stiplets, the tendon having a first end on one side of the rupture and a second end on the other side of the rupture, the method comprising the steps of:
positioning a first end of the tendon repair device into the first end of the tendon; positioning a second end of the tendon repair device into the second end of the tendon; pressing together the first end of the tendon and the second end of the tendon over the tendon repair device.