Non-Invasive Shoulder Surgery Alternatives Atlanta

Shoulder Tendon Treatment Without Open Surgery

Many patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy and shoulder tendon degeneration are candidates for TenJet® percutaneous tenotomy — a minimally invasive alternative to open or arthroscopic shoulder surgery.

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Open Surgery vs. TenJet® Percutaneous Tenotomy

For patients with tendinopathy (tendon degeneration without complete tear), TenJet® offers significant advantages over traditional surgical approaches.

Factor	Open/Arthroscopic Surgery	TenJet® Tenotomy
Incision	Large or multiple portals	Small single incision
Anesthesia	General or regional	Local anesthesia only
Setting	Hospital or surgical center	Office or clinic
Procedure time	45–90 minutes	~15 minutes
Recovery time	3–6 months	Weeks to months
Insurance coverage	Yes	Medicare + most insurers
Guideline imaging	Fluoroscopy/arthroscopy	Real-time ultrasound

How TenJet® Works

TenJet® by HydroCision uses a high-pressure saline FluidJet™ to precisely emulsify and remove degenerated shoulder tendon tissue. The procedure is performed under continuous ultrasound guidance, allowing the physician to target only the damaged tissue while preserving healthy surrounding fibers.

The TenJet® Procedure Step by Step

Local anesthetic applied to the shoulder treatment area
Small incision made at the entry point
12-gauge TenJet® needle advanced under real-time ultrasound
High-pressure saline stream emulsifies degenerated tendon tissue
Venturi suction simultaneously evacuates the debris
Physician confirms adequate debridement on ultrasound
Procedure complete in approximately 15 minutes
Patient goes home the same day

Official product information: hydrocision.com/product/tenjet/

Am I a Candidate?

TenJet® tenotomy is typically appropriate for patients who:

Have confirmed tendinopathy (degeneration) on ultrasound or MRI
Have not responded adequately to physical therapy and activity modification
Do not have a complete tendon tear requiring surgical reattachment
Wish to avoid the risks and recovery associated with open or arthroscopic surgery

Your specialist will review your imaging and clinical history to determine if you are a suitable candidate.

TenJet® in Action

Official demonstration video from HydroCision, the maker of TenJet, plus a look at how tendinitis differs from the deeper tissue degeneration TenJet is designed to treat.