Tenex Health TX™
for Percutaneous Tenotomy and Percutaneous Fasciotomy
MKT106, Rev. A
Chronic Conditions
Treated With Tenex Health TX™
Chronic Shoulder Pain
Tennis / Golfer’s Elbow
Jumper’s / Runner’s Knee
Achilles Tendonitis
Plantar Fasciitis
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Chronic Conditions
Treated With Tenex Health TX™
Achilles Tendonitis
Plantar Fasciitis
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Chronic Shoulder Pain
Healthy
Damaged
tendons
tendons
Chronic shoulder pain is indicated by
persistent soreness or pain in the
shoulder.
Symptoms can include:
• Shoulder pain that gradually
worsens
• Pain radiating from the shoulder
when rotating, pushing, pulling or
grasping
• Impaired range of motion in
shoulder joint
Chronic shoulder pain is not limited to
athletes. It can be caused by any activity
that involves repetitive movement of the
shoulder joint.
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Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow is soreness or pain on the outside of
the arm near the elbow.
Symptoms can include:
• Targeted pain in the elbow
• Elbow pain that gradually worsens
• Pain radiating from the outside of the elbow to the
forearm and back of the hand when grasping or
twisting
• Weak grasp
• Swelling is uncommon
Tennis Elbow is not limited to athletes. It can be
caused by any activity that involves repetitive
twisting of the wrist.
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Runner’s / Jumper’s Knee
Patellar Tendonitis, commonly referred to as
Jumper’s Knee or Runner’s Knee is pain that
occurs on the front and center of the knee.
Symptoms can include:
A dull, aching pain most often felt
• Behind the kneecap
• Below the kneecap
• On the sides of the kneecap
There is a grating or grinding sensation when the
knee is flexed and the ankle is brought closer to
the back of the thigh. This sensation is noticeable
when performing deep knee bends, going down
stairs, running downhill, or standing up after
sitting for awhile.
Healthy
Patellar
Tendon
Patellar
Tendonitis
Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles Tendonitis occurs when the tendon that connects
the back of the leg to the heel becomes swollen and
painful near the bottom of the foot.
Symptoms can include:
• Pain in the heel and along the tendon when running or
walking (often painful and stiff in the morning)
• The tendon may be painful to touch or move
• Area may be swollen and warm
• May have trouble standing on tiptoes
Rarely caused by an injury, back of the heel pain is most
often due to overuse and can occur in walkers, runners or
other individuals.
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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is damage to the thick tissue on the bottom of the foot. This tissue,
called plantar fascia, connects the heel bone to the toes, creating the arch of the foot.
Symptoms can include:
• Dull or sharp pain and stiffness in the
bottom of the heel (usually worse in the
morning or after sitting for a period then
taking first steps)
• The bottom of the foot may ache or burn
• Area may be swollen and warm
• May have trouble standing up on tiptoes
Plantar Fasciitis usually develops slowly over time, but can occur suddenly after intense
activity. Most often, it affects individuals with foot arch problems, long distance
runners, individuals who have sudden weight gain or who are obese, those who have
tight Achilles tendons, or people who wear shoes with poor arch support and/or high
heels.
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Tenex Health TX™
for Percutaneous Tenotomy and Percutaneous Fasciotomy
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More than 7,000 cases successfully performed to date
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Based on technology developed in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic
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Minimally invasive modality that allows physicians to remove the source of
tendon pain quickly and safely
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Combines ultrasound guidance used to identify damaged tissue with the
advanced TX MicroTip™ which precisely breaks down and removes only the
damaged tissue that causes pain
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Can be performed in a procedure room in 20 minutes or less
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Recovery time for the procedure is relatively quick with patients usually
experiencing near immediate results and pain relief
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Anticipated full recovery time is approximately 2- 6 weeks for a return to
normal activity levels
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TX MicroTip™
Back-and-forth
tip movement
Continuous
irrigation
Optimized
ultrasonic energy
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Placement Example: Elbow
Utilizing ultrasound guidance, the damaged site is visualized
Once located, ultrasonic energy is activated to cut and debride the
damaged tissue
Micro-incision is closed with a small, adhesive bandage
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Placement Example: Plantar Fasciitis
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Placement Example: Achilles
Utilizing ultrasound guidance, the damaged site is visualized
Once located, ultrasonic energy is activated to cut and debride the
damaged tissue
Micro-incision is closed with a small, adhesive bandage
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Typical Recovery
• Tennis Elbow recovery:
– Resume non-repetitive use of arm/hand in 2 days
– Resume normal use of arm/hand in 6 weeks
• Jumper’s Knee recovery:
– Use crutches for 5-7 days or knee brace for 2 weeks
– Resume normal use of knee in 6 weeks
• Achilles Tendon recovery:
– Wear walking boot for 2 weeks
– Resume normal use of foot in 6 weeks
• Plantar Fasciitis recovery:
– Wear walking boot for 4 days
– Resume normal use of foot in 6 weeks
NOTE: Evaluation and recommendation for heavy use or
more strenuous activities may vary by medical provider
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Who is a good candidate
for Tenex Health TX™?
• Those who require or demand to
return to normal activity
• Silent Sufferers - individuals with
chronic tendon pain
• Those who have tried all, or a
combination of: rest, cortisone
injections, medication and PT
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What do patients love about
Tenex Health TX™?
Quick procedure which promotes tendon healing
– Minimally invasive
– Actual removal of damaged tissue takes
just minutes
No general anesthesia
– Typically done in a surgery center or physician’s
office using only a local anesthetic
No sutures or stitches
– Closed with only a small, adhesive bandage
Quick recovery
– Back to normal activities in a few days; full
recovery in 6 weeks
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Key Benefits of Tenex Health TX™
• Minimally invasive, compelling safety profile
• Designed to remove only damaged soft tissue, does not disturb surrounding
healthy tendon tissue
• No sutures, no stitches—requires only a small adhesive bandage
• Local anesthetic used instead of general anesthesia
• Can be performed in office, procedure room, or ASC
• Treatment time of 20 minutes or less
• Quick pain relief and tendon healing, patients return to normal activities
rapidly (2-6 weeks)
• Most insurances cover Percutaneous Tenotomy and Percutaneous Fasciotomy
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