Rotator cuff repair with the REGENETEN◊ Bioinductive Implant
Overcome your shoulder pain and get back to the things you love. Learn about a different way of treating rotator cuff tears with the REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant.
Rotator cuff repair done differently with the REGENETEN◊ Bioinductive Implant
The REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant is designed to heal tears in the rotator cuff. It may be used on its own as an alternative to standard treatment or applied as an addition to a standard repair.
When the REGENETEN Implant is used as a stand-alone treatment, typically for partial-thickness tears, it has been shown to reduce recovery time.1-2* In fact, for some patients, it may reduce recovery time in a sling by as much as half!1*
The REGENETEN Implant is a small collagen patch – about the size of a postage stamp – that is attached to your rotator cuff tendon during surgery. The collagen serves as a “scaffold” for your tendon to grow new tissue.3-7 Over time, the implant is absorbed by the body and the new tissue remains.3-7
REGENETEN Implant patient success stories
The REGENETEN Implant has been used to help more than 150,000 patients globally.↕ Watch the videos below to hear some of their stories. (Individual results may vary)
Nick
High school teacher and “coach-dad” who was able to recover from a partial-thickness tear with the help of the REGENETEN Implant.
Emily
Avid golfer, loving mom and S+N employee who sought out the REGENETEN Implant when she was suffering from a shoulder injury.
Dr. Owen Shea
Outdoorsman and doctor who received the REGENETEN Implant following a full-thickness rotator cuff tear.
Francois
Devoted cyclist who injured his shoulder in a bike accident and got back on the road with help from the REGENETEN Implant.
The patient testimonial(s) depicted represent the individual patient’s own opinions, findings, beliefs, and/or experiences. Individual results will vary. Not everyone who receives a product or treatment will experience the same or similar results; results may vary depending on a number of factors, including each patient’s specific circumstances and condition, and compliance with the applicable Instructions for Use. Smith+Nephew is not responsible for the selection of any treatment by a healthcare professional to be used on a particular patient. Smith+Nephew makes no representations, warranties, guarantees or assurances as to the availability, accuracy, currency or completeness of the information presented or its contents.
What are the benefits of the REGENETEN implant?
The REGENETEN implant has been used to treat rotator cuff tears for more than ten years. Clinical studies have shown that it may offer these benefits:
How does the REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant work?
The REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant is inserted into your shoulder using small arthroscopic incisions and attached to your rotator cuff using tissue and bone staples. Over the span of 6 months, the implant is absorbed and replaced by new tissue.6,7**
What are the types of rotator cuff tears?
There are two general types of rotator cuff tears: partial-thickness tears and full-thickness tears.
What are the types of rotator cuff repairs?
The traditional repair for a rotator cuff tear involves suturing the torn tendon and using anchors to reattach it to the arm bone. The REGENETEN implant offers two newer options for treatment. It may be used on its own as an alternative to standard treatment or applied as an addition to a standard repair.
Is the REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant right for me?
To find out if the REGENETEN implant is a treatment option, make an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon. The surgeon will examine your shoulder and review your health situation in determining if rotator cuff repair is recommended. To find a surgeon use our locator
Blog: Patient recovery stories
Supporting Information
Risks
All surgery has risks and the potential for complications. The risks associated with the REGENETEN Implant in clinical studies occur at a similar rate as the risk of adverse events for standard surgical treatment. Talk to your surgeon about any concerns you may have before you decide on treatment. Some of the possible risks and complications for all rotator cuff repairs include: blood clotting, infection, pneumonia, nerve problems, long-term pain and stiffness in the shoulder, and rotator cuff re-tear.
This is not a complete list of risks. In some cases, you may need additional surgery to address a complication. Talk to your surgeon about the possible risks for your specific health situation.
Disclaimers
↕ Based on implant sales 2018-2024.
All information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not meant as medical advice. Not everyone is a candidate for rotator cuff repair using the REGENETEN◊ Bioinductive Implant, and individual results of surgery may vary. Every patient’s case is unique, and each patient should follow his or her doctor’s specific instructions. Please discuss nutrition, medication, and treatment options with your doctor to make sure you are getting the proper care for your particular situation. If you are seeking this information in an emergency, please call 911 and seek emergency help.The patient testimonial(s) depicted represent the individual patient’s own opinions, findings, beliefs, and/or experiences. Individual results will vary. Not everyone who receives a product or treatment will experience the same or similar results; results may vary depending on a number of factors, including each patient’s specific circumstances and condition, and compliance with the applicable Instructions for Use. Smith+Nephew is not responsible for the selection of any treatment by a healthcare professional to be used on a particular patient. Smith+Nephew makes no representations, warranties, guarantees or assurances as to the availability, accuracy, currency or completeness of the information presented or its contents.
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Citations
* Compared to takedown and (suture anchor) repair
** On human biopsy (n=1) and in-vivo sampling
*** Study conducted in stable complete tears
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