What are the risks and what is the recovery timeline?

Common risks include stiffness, incomplete healing, infection, nerve injury, and anchor failure. Recovery involves 4–6 weeks in a sling, followed by gradual passive motion, then active strengthening over 4–6 months. Full return to heavy lifting or overhead sports may take 6–9 months. Adherence to a structured physical therapy program is critical to minimize stiffness and maximize tendon healing.