Arthrex InternalBrace™ Ligament Augmentation

What Is InternalBrace™ Ligament Augmentation?

Internal Brace™ is a surgical technique that gives extra protection to a repaired ligament by using a strong fiber tape for reinforcement. It acts as backup support, keeping the injury stable so your body doesn’t have to do all the work initially.

For common hand and wrist injuries, such as a thumb UCL tear or a scapholunate ligament problem, this system helps keep the joint stable as it heals. It protects the repair but does not fully restrict movement, allowing for gentle motion. This controlled movement often leads to a quicker and better recovery.

When Is Internal Brace Surgery Recommended?

Our hand surgeon in Houston often recommends this procedure if a ligament injury makes your hand feel weak, unstable, or hard to use. It can be especially useful when a standard repair may not give enough support for everyday activities.

If you put a lot of strain on your hands, whether as an athlete or in a hands-on job, this extra support can really help. Treating the injury early also lowers the risk of long-term stiffness or loss of hand function later.

Dr. Dimachkieh evaluates each injury thoroughly to determine if InternalBrace™ is the most appropriate option for a stable and effective recovery.

How Does InternalBrace™ Ligament Repair Work?

During this procedure, our surgeon repairs the torn ligament and strengthens it with a special fiber tape attached to the bone. This gives the joint instant support.

The extra support helps the ligament heal safely. Since the repair is reinforced immediately, patients are often able to start gentle movement sooner during recovery.

Our surgeon uses minimally invasive and reconstructive methods to restore stability and movement, while avoiding extra bulk in the joint.

Conditions Treated with Internal Bracing

Internal bracing helps with many hand and wrist ligament injuries. It’s especially useful if you have trouble gripping, moving your hand accurately, or keeping your joint steady. Our surgeon usually suggests this treatment when a ligament injury affects your daily activities or causes ongoing discomfort.

With this added internal support, we help you recover at first and also keep your joint stable over time.

Benefits of InternalBrace™ Ligament Repair

Most people go with the Arthrex InternalBrace™ at our Houston clinic because it just makes the whole recovery process a lot more manageable. Here are a few of the biggest reasons why:

• Real Reinforcement: You get a solid, dependable backup for the ligament while it heals.
• Back to Your Life: It’s designed to get you back to work or your favorite sports much sooner.
• Less Time in a Cast: You can start moving again faster, so you don’t have to deal with weeks of bulky splints or casts.
• Solid Stability: You get a very stable repair without any of that uncomfortable, heavy hardware.

If you’re looking to get back to your normal routine without a massive amount of downtime, this is usually a great way to go.

What Recovery Looks Like After InternalBrace™ Surgery

Recovery after Internal Brace™ ligament augmentation is structured but more flexible than traditional methods. Immediate support reduces the need for prolonged immobilization.

Early, guided movement helps keep your joints flexible and prevents stiffness. Rehabilitation rebuilds your strength and hand movement while the ligament heals.

Dr. Dimachkieh’s experience treating routine and complex hand injuries helps guide each phase of recovery with attention to detail and long-term results.