The minimally invasive technique can reduce tendon pain by breaking down and removing damaged tissues with high-frequencyultrasound energy.
What Is the Tenex Procedure?
The Tenex procedure was developed by California-based Tenex Health in the mid-2010s to relieve chronic pain associated with tendinitis.
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It is a minimally invasive procedure performed on anoutpatient basisunderlocal anesthesia.
The Tenex procedure is typically performed as a single treatment.
Most procedures can be performed within 20 minutes without the need for stitches.
Possible Risks
There are few notable side effects associated with the Tenex procedure.
Prior to scheduling the procedure, you would undergo a preoperative evaluation by a specialist trained in the technique.
The examination is meant to confirm that the Tenex procedure is the appropriate treatment option.
The imaging studies also help map the general treatment area.
The procedure room is comprised of an operating chair or table and the patented Tenex Health TX system.
The equipment is connected to a series of tubes that continuously irrigate the treatment area with saline solution.
Leave jewelry and any valuables at home.
You will be provided a gown and possibly head cap to change into.
Food and Drink
There are no food and drink restrictions for the Tenex procedure.
Also, bring your insurance card and an approved form of payment ifcopayment or coinsurancecosts are required upfront.
A hospital gown will be provided to change into if needed.
Unlike tendon surgery, the Tenex procedure doesn’t involveintravenous anesthesia or sedativesof any sort.
Next, a local anesthetic like 1% lidocaine is delivered under the skin to numb the general area.
You may feel a little prick but generally little pain.
When sufficient numbing has occurred, more of the local anesthetic is delivered into deeper tissues.
As much as 10 to 30 cubic centimeters (cc) may be used.
The high-frequency oscillating action scrapes away tissues with extreme precision.
Once completed, the needle is extracted, and the incision is closed with an adhesive strip.
you might usually go home immediately after the Tenex procedure is complete.
Many people report immediate pain relief.
Pain, if any, can usually be treated with Tylenol or acold compress.
Aphysical therapistcan help design the appropriate home-based program.
Additional imaging studies may be ordered.
Although the Tenex procedure provides significant relief for many people, retreatment is sometimes necessary.
The Tenex procedure is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
If used appropriately, it can deliver impressive results.
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