TenJet Procedure

Treating chronic tendon pain without surgery

 

TenJet Procedure

 

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Do you suffer from tennis elbow, Achilles tendinitis, or some other nagging tendon pain? Dr. Jerry Sobel offers a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment for chronic tendon pain that has already been used in thousands of successful procedures.

What Is Chronic Tendon Pain?

Tendons are bands of tissue around your joints that connect muscle to bones, allowing you to bend, walk, jump, and move in general. Healthy tendons are able to make these motions easily and smoothly, but when they are damaged, movement can become painful and restricted. Left untreated, this pain and reduced range of motion will worsen over time.

Chronic tendon pain is caused when a degenerative or injured tendon has developed scar tissue over a period of time. Scar tissue can form either from a sudden injury that has healed or from the repetition of a particular movement, which causes small tears that develop more and more scar tissue as the tendons tear and heal over and over.

Some common names for chronic tendon pain are tennis elbowgolfer’s elbowplantar fasciitisjumper’s knee, or Achilles tendonitis. These conditions all fall under an umbrella category for tendon injuries called tendinosis or tendinopathy.

Diagnosing tendinopathy usually starts with the doctor examining the affected limb or joint. After this, the doctor will usually order an x-ray, MRI, or ultrasound to diagnose the tendon more specifically.

Symptoms and Risk Factors

Tendinopathy can develop in any of the body’s tendons over time.

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TenJet: A Non-Surgical Treatment Option

Introduction

The TenJet Device is a state-of-the-art medical instrument designed for precision treatment of chronic tendinopathies and other soft tissue injuries. Utilizing advanced hydrodissection technology, TenJet delivers effective, minimally invasive therapy to patients, enhancing their recovery and improving their quality of life.

About TenJet

TenJet is a breakthrough in non-surgical treatment for chronic tendon pain. Developed with cutting-edge technology, it provides a targeted approach to debridement and the removal of scar tissue, allowing for faster healing and pain relief.

What is TenJet?

The TenJet device employs a dual-channel, high-velocity stream of saline to selectively remove diseased or damaged tissue without harming surrounding healthy tissue. This process is known as hydrodissection. It allows for precise targeting of the affected areas, promoting natural healing processes.

How It Works

  1. Ultrasound Guidance: The procedure is performed under ultrasound guidance to ensure precision.

  2. Small Incision: A small incision is made to insert the TenJet device.

  3. Hydrodissection: The dual-channel jet of saline effectively removes scar tissue and other damaged areas.

  4. Extraction: The removed tissue is aspirated through the same device, leaving the healthy tissue intact.

Key Features

  • Hydrodissection Technology: Precision-guided fluid stream to target and remove scar tissue.

  • Minimally Invasive: Requires only a small incision, reducing recovery time.

  • Real-time Imaging: Ensures accuracy and effectiveness during the procedure.

  • Efficient: Typically completed in under 30 minutes.

Benefits

  • Pain Relief: Effective in reducing chronic tendon pain.

  • Quick Recovery: Patients can often return to normal activities shortly after the procedure.

  • Outpatient Procedure: Can be performed in a clinic setting, avoiding the need for hospital stays.

  • Cost-effective: Reduces the need for more invasive and expensive surgeries.

Applications

The TenJet Device is versatile and can be used for various conditions, including:

  • Tendonitis: Chronic inflammation of the tendons.

  • Plantar Fasciitis: Painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot.

  • Tennis Elbow: Overuse of the elbow leading to pain and tenderness.

  • Golfer's Elbow: Similar to tennis elbow but affects the inner side of the elbow.

  • Rotator Cuff Injuries: Damage to the muscles and tendons around the shoulder joint.

  • Achilles Tendonitis: Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, often due to overuse.

Choose TenJet Today

If you’re tired of living with chronic tendon pain or tendinopathy, the TenJet device is a great option that will get you back to your regular activities quickly, without the prolonged recovery time that usually comes with surgical procedures.

To learn more about your eligibility for the TenJet procedure and schedule a consultation, contact Dr. Jerry Sobel at Sobel Spine and Sports at 602-385-4160

You should let Dr. Sobel know if you have a bleeding disorder or if you are using medications or herbal treatments that may affect bleeding. Examples include aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, ticlopidine, heparin, enoxaparin, and anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen, naproxen, nabumetone, diclofenac, etodolac, indomethacin, ketorolac, meloxicam, piroxicam, ketoprofen, or oxaprozin). NSAIDs should be stopped typically 3 days prior to procedure. Other medications should be discussed with your primary physician or cardiologist who will determine if and how to stop medication prior to procedure.

Click here to see a sample list of medication that needs to be stopped before the procedure.