When this patient traveled from Peru to seek a second opinion, she was dealing with persistent pain from tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) that was affecting her daily activities and quality of life.
In her home country, the recommended solution was an open surgical procedure — a more invasive approach that typically involves a larger incision and longer recovery time.
After evaluation at Badia Hand to Shoulder Center, Dr. Alejandro Badia recommended a different option: the Tenex® minimally invasive procedure.
Why She Chose Tenex
The Tenex technique uses ultrasound guidance to precisely target and remove damaged tendon tissue through a very small incision, often requiring only a small suture.
This approach offers several potential advantages:
- Smaller incision and minimal scarring
- Reduced tissue disruption
- Faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery
- Outpatient procedure
- Precise treatment of the damaged area
After the procedure, she proudly shared her results — including how minimal her scar was — and expressed relief at finally being pain-free.
Helping Patients Beyond Borders
Dr. Badia has treated patients from around the world, including Latin America, who travel to Miami seeking advanced, specialized care for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions.
For many international patients, seeking a second opinion can open the door to:
- More minimally invasive options
- Advanced techniques not widely available in their home country
- Specialized expertise in upper extremity conditions
At Badia Hand to Shoulder Center, every patient receives a thorough evaluation and a personalized treatment plan designed to restore function and reduce pain — whether they’re local to South Florida or traveling internationally.
Considering a Second Opinion?
If you’ve been told that open surgery is your only option, it may be worth exploring minimally invasive alternatives.
Our team is experienced in treating tennis elbow and other upper extremity conditions using evidence-based, patient-focused solutions.
📞 Contact us to learn more about your options
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📍 Miami, Florida
Your recovery may be closer — and less invasive — than you think.
