Trauma & Tendon Transfer Surgery Trauma can damage bones, joints, muscles, nerves, and tendons, sometimes resulting in loss of movement or function. Tendon transfer surgery is an advanced reconstructive procedure used to restore specific movements when a muscle or tendon is no longer functioning properly due to trauma, nerve injury, or other conditions. The procedure involves carefully transferring a functioning tendon from one part of the body to another to replace the action of a damaged or non-functional tendon. Depending on the injury, tendon transfer surgery may help improve hand, wrist, finger, foot, or ankle movement and support better functional recovery. Comprehensive trauma care includes detailed assessment of the injury, evaluation of tendon and nerve function, appropriate surgical planning, and structured rehabilitation. The goal is to restore useful movement, improve function, and help patients return to their daily activities as safely as possible.