Pectorails Tendon Repair

WHAT IS IT

• The pectoralis tendon can tear from the humerus bone with trauma or heavy lifting (typically bench press)
• This is typically in males 20s to 50s
• This tear creates deformity of the pectoralis and should be repaired soon after the tear occurs (1-2 weeks).

PROCEDURE

• The pectoralis is repaired through a small incision in the front shoulder
• 3 small anchors are inserted into the humerus bone and used to suture the pectoralis back to the bone.

DAY OF SURGERY

• Light General anesthesia
• 1 hour surgery
• Outpatient

RECOVERY

• Strict sling for 10 days to let the wound heal
• Week 2-5 still in sling but starting physical therapy for range of motion
• Strengthening starts week 12
• Full recovery 4-5 months

RISKS (rare)

• Nerve injury
• Asymmetry of pectoralis
• Shoulder stiffness
• Re-tear