What is Tendon Release?
Category: Surgeries
Tendon release is a surgical procedure to cut through or disconnect a tendon (tenotomy.) The procedure normally involves cutting the tendon and allowing it to retract towards the junction of the muscle and tendon.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Quervain syndrome | 1 | 0 | |
| Hereditary spastic paraplegia | 1 | 0 | |
| Loss of motor control in legs | 1 | 0 | |
| Rheumatoid arthritis | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Duration
Stopped having Tendon Release
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 month | 8 |
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