Question 1

how painful is a a tendon repair surgery?

Accepted Answer

Variable: The amount of pain one experiences after surgery varies from person to person. Any surgical procedure will cause certain levels of pain in the post operative period.   Surgical technique is important in preventing unwanted complications.  If surgery is needed, i would recommend researching the doctors in your area and try to find one with high patient satisfaction.

Question 2

can you tell me about ganglion removal and minor tendon repair?

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Ganglion tendon: Often the tendon sheath need to be opened  slightly, especially for the small ganglions TAH appear in the dorsal part of the wrist near the radiocarpal joint near the distal edge or the extensor retinaculum, in fact if the tendon sheatht or retinaculum os not opened there the ganglion can be missed....And typically it is not repaired. Other areas involve the tendon sheath of a finger in the palm.

Question 3

how long will pain medications be necessary after tendon repair surgery?

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Short time: Pain and the need for pain medication is a very subjective item.  Some people need none & some need it for several weeks.  It also depends on what tendon was repaired.

Question 4

would a tens machine help a torn tendon repair itself ?

Accepted Answer

No: Tens units are helpful for pain modulation but do not have an effect on healing of tendons.

Question 5

is it normal to have altered sensation after a flexor tendon repair injury?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Anytime you have surgery it is likely and common that sensation is different because the nerves that determine sensation are sometimes cut or irritated during surgery - this is normal and not because the surgery was done badly. You almost always have some very small nerve fibers effected. Sometimes the sensation recovers fully, but sometimes not. Nerves take weeks to months to heal.

Question 6

2month after tendon repair,when i move there is somethin inside moves with my movement. feels like someth hard and round but with no pain. what is it?

Accepted Answer

You are feeling: either the stitches or the ANCHOR used for the repair! This will diminish as you heal and fibrous tissue covers the surgical material!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 7

achilles tendon repair --how long to recover?

Accepted Answer

8-10 weeks: Usually a complete tear will require about
8 weeks to heal after it is repaired surgically
after that it may take another 4-6 months 
of rehabilitation to regain motion, strength
and gradually return to running and
sporting activities.

Question 8

what exercises can help after i have achilles tendon repair?

Accepted Answer

Discuss with: Your surgeon, you don't say how long ago the repair was which may make a difference in the answer.

Question 9

how long does it take to recover from an achilles tendon repair?

Accepted Answer

6 months: Approx 6 months depending on the technique.

Question 10

is it normal after a tendon repair surgery for your finger to feel really hot?

Accepted Answer

No: If the finger feels real hot and remains that way for more than 24 hours, you need to see your surgeon as you might have an infection.

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