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What is a SpeedBridge rotator cuff repair?
Rotator cuff injuries are very common, specifically among athletes and those involved in overhead activities. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilizes the shoulder joint and facilitates a wide range of motion. Sometimes, these tendons are torn, either fully or partially, requiring surgical treatment to restore function and relieve pain.SpeedBridge rotator cuff repair is one such advanced and latest surgical procedure for repairing rotator cuff injuries using a SpeedBridge system.
Understand the SpeedBridge method
The SpeedBridge system is a knotless double-row method designed to offer a strong and highly stable fixing of torn tendons of rotator cuff. In this method, a series of sutures and anchors are used for reattachment of the tendon to the bone, thus crafting a bridge-like structure of suture material over the torn tendon. Through this bridge, a good contact area is made available between the tendon and the bone, resulting in speed healing and strong repairing.
Vital components of SpeedBridge rotator cuff repair technique
The SpeedBridge method for repairing rotator cuff injuries includes many important components that offer a strong and efficient reattachment of torn tendons to the bone.
Here are some primary components of the SpeedBridge method:
Anchors
Anchors are the main components of this system that are fixed to the bone for attaching the sutures. These anchors are made using biocompatible materials like titanium or bio-absorbable polymers. The anchors are placed in such a strategic manner that they offer optimum fixation.
Sutures
To secure the tendons to the anchors, sturdy sutures are used. The sutures are made in a way that they can endure the mechanical forces applied on the shoulder, offering a highly durable fixation. It is made to pass through the tendons and strung through the anchors to create a safe build.
Suture Bridge
The sutures passing through the tendons form a suture bridge that links the tendon to the bone. Through this technique, the load is distributed across a large region of the tendon, thereby decreasing the risk of retearing. This bridging concept helps in holding the tendon strongly in place against the bone, leading to rapid healing.
Benefits of SpeedBridge rotator cuff repair
A knotless design
One of the main features of the SpeedBridge technique is the knotless design it uses. Unlike traditional methods for rotator cuff repair, the SpeedBridge method does not require knots. Rather it makes use of special anchors that facilitate the sutures to remain safe without knots. This approach helps decrease the complications associated with knot-tying methods and increases the strength of the repair.
Double row fixing method
The SpeedBridge method makes use of the double-row fixing method where two rows of anchors are placed on both sides of the rotator cuff tear. Then the sutures are strung through these anchors, forming a broad and steady fixation. This offers a strong mechanical strength when compared with single-row repairs.
Arthroscopic surgery
In this SpeedBridge procedure, the surgery is done arthroscopically by using special instruments and a small camera, which is inserted by making small incisions around the shoulder joint. It offers a high-clarity view of the surgery site, helping the surgeon in placing the sutures and anchors correctly. The benefits of this approach are it is less invasive, needs small incisions and involves less pain and fast recovery when compared with open surgery.
Conclusion
The SpeedBridge method for rotator cuff repair is a combination of various latest components to offer a strong and efficient method for treatment. Its benefits have made it one of the best options for both surgeons and patients for repairing rotator cuff injuries.
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