Optimizing Length-Tension Relationship Using Unicortical Button Fixation for Subpectoral Biceps Tenodesis. Issue 3 (September 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Heckert, Reed; Anderson, Ashley B.; Dickens, Jonathan F.; McCabe, Michael P.
• Is Part Of: Techniques in orthopaedics. Volume 33:Issue 3(2018)
• Publication Date: 2018-09
• Subjects: biceps tendodesis -- length-tension relationship -- shoulder arthroscopy; Orthopedics -- Periodicals; 617.47
• DOI: 10.1097/BTO.0000000000000234
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0885-9698

Abstract

Abstract : Many techniques for tenodesis of the long head of the biceps tendon have been described in the orthopedic literature. However, few focus on restoring the native length-tension relationship of each patient's individual anatomy and instead recommend fixing the tendon based on predetermined anatomic landmarks. We present a method of biceps tenodesis using a unicortical button, which allows for anatomic tensioning and dynamic adjustment of the tension by the surgeon based on intraoperative observation.