The Efficacy of Biceps Tenodesis in the Treatment of Failed Superior Labral Anterior Posterior Repairs

201488 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Frank McCormick · Holy Cross Hospital

Benedict U. Nwachukwu · Harvard University

Dan Solomon · Marin Community Foundation

Christopher B. Dewing · Naval Medical Center San Diego

Petar Golijanin · Harvard University

Daniel Gross · Harvard University

Matthew T. Provencher ·

Abstract

Biceps tenodesis is a predictable, safe, and effective treatment for failed arthroscopic SLAP tears at a minimum 2-year follow-up. The majority of patients obtained good to excellent outcomes using validated measures with a significant improvement in range of motion.

Topics & Keywords

Shoulder Injury and Treatment Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The American Journal of Sports Medicine

Volume 42, Issue 4, pp. 820-825

DOI: 10.1177/0363546513520122

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