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
Torn Pec Before
After Repair
