Question 1

how bad is cutting the tendon connecting the bicep to the forearm?

Accepted Answer

Traumatically?: There may be surgiacl procedures in which this is done and then repaired or not. If the tendon is cut traumatically the function of the arm will be compromised if not repaired. It is better to do this sooner than later.

Question 2

complete tear of the long headed tendon in my arm. how will this affect the movement of my arm?

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It will not effect : The movement but the strength of the arm in bending (flexing) and also in the strength the forearm turning.

Question 3

3 day after surgery to repair complete torn pec tendon 5cm retract how long b4 pain subsides and i'm unsure if i am supporting arm in sling properly ?

Accepted Answer

U need to talk it --: over with your surgeon, as all of us have our own postop routines that we follow. Your surgeon is the only one who knows the type of repair, the quality of your tissues, and the repair he obtained.
Anyway 3 days is too short a time that pain should subside. Generally pain from the incision itself will last for a minimum of 2 weeks or so.
Good Luck.

Question 4

out of cast after 4 weeks(long arm) muscles in forearm tight n painful n numbness in thumb normal post cast? i had epychondolitis n torn tendon

Accepted Answer

Can be expected --: Stiffness from being in a cast for 4 weeks. Numbness maybe from cast being too tight or the cotton padding may have bunched up causing a local neuritis, which should clear up in 2-3 weeks time. As you exercise the tight muscles should loosen up and get stronger, reducing the stiffness as well.
Massage/stretching exercises would help the epicondylitis. The doc should advise re: the torn tendon!

Question 5

does a kneecap that shifts off the track injure your lateral tendon causing it to tear?

Accepted Answer

Patellar dislocation: You are describing a patellar (or kneecap) dislocation. It is relatively common. If you can extend your leg easily at the knee joint there is likely no major tendon tear. The stabilizing knee ligaments are not typically injured with this type of injury.  However, see an orthopedist if dislocations are frequent or you have knee instability; go to ER if your leg is pale or dusky or very painful.

Question 6

i think i pulled or strained a muscle or tendon in my left arm. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See details: Ice and rest. If it persists, have it evaluated.

Question 7

surgical operation done on tendon on my arm 5 months ago. should the arm be just as strong as the other side?

Accepted Answer

Not always: Quite a few things play a role in achieving strength. Which tendon (hand vs biceps vs rotator cuff- the more proximal tend to take longer to recover). How long you had to protect it before starting rehab, and (brace yourself) whether you did your exercises as dilligently as you were supposed to. I'd talk with the surgeon who did the repair and ask this same question. Get a second opinion if unsure.

Question 8

i strained a tendon in my arm, treatment?

Accepted Answer

Strained tendon: A strained tendon in arm is first treated with rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medication. If it does not improve see an orthopedist.

Question 9

when the kneecap shifts life the track what does this mean? could it be the the lateral tendon is weak?

Accepted Answer

Kneecap issue: The large muscle in your upper thigh usually controls the tracking of the kneecap across the knee joint when you walk, climb etc. If that muscle called the quadriceps becomes weak, the kneecap can rub across the knee and cause pain, knee buckling.Modified squats and stretching of the quad muscle can help the function and improve symptoms. See you doc for coaching.

Question 10

what causes the patella to shift off track laterally? if you have a weak lateral tendon would it make it worse?

Accepted Answer

Patellar tracking : Causes can be mal formed patella femoral groove or muscle/tendon imbalance. Regardless, see a PMR doc or orthopoedist for consideration of bracing or surgical repair to prevent injury and maintain knee functioning. Good luck

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3 day after surgery to repair complete torn pec tendon 5cm retract how long b4 pain subsides and i'm unsure if i am supporting arm in sling properly ?

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Out of cast after 4 weeks(long arm) muscles in forearm tight n painful n numbness in thumb normal post cast? i had epychondolitis n torn tendon

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Does a kneecap that shifts off the track injure your lateral tendon causing it to tear?

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I think i pulled or strained a muscle or tendon in my left arm. what should i do?

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Surgical operation done on tendon on my arm 5 months ago. should the arm be just as strong as the other side?

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I strained a tendon in my arm, treatment?

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When the kneecap shifts life the track what does this mean? could it be the the lateral tendon is weak?

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What causes the patella to shift off track laterally? if you have a weak lateral tendon would it make it worse?

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