The Collaborative International Dictionary
Tenotomy
Tenotomy \Te*not"o*my\, n. [Gr. te`nwn a tendon + te`mnein to cut.] (Surg.) The division of a tendon, or the act of dividing a tendon.
Wikipedia
Tenotomy
A tenotomy is a surgical act which involves the division of a tendon. It and related procedures are also referred to as tendon release, tendon lengthening, and heel-cord release.
When it involves the Achilles tendon, it is called a "Achillotenotomy".
It has been used in the treatment of cerebral palsy.
It has also been used for hammer toe.
Achilles tenotomy is commonly used as part of the Ponseti Method of treatment of clubfoot
Usage examples of "tenotomy".
She handled the little wax-like foot so gently, and held the tiny tenotomy knife as an artist holds his pencil.