tenex treatments

elbow tenex treatments
in kansas city

Do you suffer from tennis or golfer’s elbow?

Movement of the forearm, wrist, and hand are controlled by a number of tendons that originate at the elbow. Tendons hold muscle to bone and are prone to wear and tear over time due to injury or chronic overuse. This can cause debilitating pain and even a loss of grip strength that can keep you from work and play.

Treatment usually starts with rest, medications, bracing, physical therapy, and cortisone injections. When these fail, there are a number of alternative options including PRP, Tenex, and traditional surgeries. The latter two options involve removing dead or damaged tendon tissue. Motus is happy to offer the most modern minimally invasive options with elbow Tenex in Kansas City.

Learn more information on our elbow PRP treatments in Kansas City.

What are elbow Tenex treatments in Kansas City?

Tenex is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgical treatments for tendon and fascia conditions. The treatment was developed by the Mayo Clinic and is covered by most insurances. Conditions treated and covered include rotator cuff tendinosis, tennis and golfer’s elbows, patellar and Achilles tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis.

The procedure involves the use of ultrasound combined with an FDA-approved percutaneous (through the skin) device that removes diseased and degenerated tissues that are commonly the cause of pain. Tenex is an outpatient procedure that significantly reduces the risk and recovery time associated with traditional open or arthroscopic surgeries. Recovery time is typically 6-8 weeks and complications rates are extremely low (0.001%). Tenex has been proven to be effective in over 85% of patients. This procedure can be used in combination with PRP and adipose grafting to promote healing and improve outcomes.

The incision is about the width of the tip of the pinky finger and does not require stitches. Tenex is a same day procedure, performed in-office, or in the surgery center. Medicine is used to numb the tissues so there is no need for the risks or costs of anesthesia. Patients are awake during the procedure but do not experience pain. One treatment is typically all that’s needed and less than .001% of patients experience complications.

Will it help with my pain?

Published studies show that over 90% of patients are pain-free after 6 months with a majority of patients reporting substantial improvement within 4 weeks.

How long does it take to recover?

Patients undergoing surgery have recovery times varying from 3-6 months. Patients receiving Tenex are limited in their activities for 4-6 weeks following the procedure. Physical therapy is initiated 1 week after Tenex. Full recovery ranges from 6-8 weeks.

How do I know if I am a candidate for elbow Tenex treatments in Kansas City?

If you are interested in Motus’s elbow Tenex in Kansas City, your first appointment will consist of a normal doctor’s visit. We will ask you about your symptoms and previous treatments, perform a physical examination, and review any x-rays or MRI studies that you have had. We commonly perform an ultrasound examination to evaluate the joint, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. The entire visit is billed to your insurance.

Once the proper diagnosis is established, we can design a customized treatment plan. Whether this is medications, bracing, physical therapy, biologics, Tenex, or even surgery. Motus is here to ensure that you are aware of the options available to you.

Should you not be a candidate for biologics or Tenex and require traditional surgery, Motus is happy to refer you to one of the many terrific local orthopedic surgeons, or to the surgeon of your choice.