Question 1

can a partial tear of the distal bicep tendon cause pain in my forearm, wrist and make my fingers cramp. my injury happened 3 weeks ago.?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Near the distal biceps is the median nerve. Injury to that area can potentially injure that nerve or swelling puts pressure  on that nerve.  A test called emg/ncv can identify how well that nerve is functioning and help determine the cause. Stop at your local physical medicine and rehab or neurologist doctors office for more details.

Question 2

i am having pain in the distal bicep tendon. i do not think its a tear, what can i do to help it? i did it playing softball.

Accepted Answer

Try these- apply : Cold packs the first two days then hot compress thereafter. Take tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaids as needed for pain. Apply ace wrap where it hurts. If it gets worse, see your boyfriend, i mean your dr!

Question 3

post lifting injury i have a 40% partial thickness tear in all 3/4 expect inlabrum which is only fryed. additionally i had a torn bicep tendon which was corrected bicep tendodesis. im still have constant pain from neck to shoulder, is surgery needed?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: This is a difficult and complicated orthopedic injury. There is no clear answer for the need for surgery without a full review of your  MRI, your physical exam and your underlying age and health. I suggest you find the best orthopedic surgeon in your area and get an opinion, and then seek an additional (confirmatory) opinion and you will get to the right place.

Question 4

2 months ago felt pop/pain in elbow. pain persists (flexion/supination). believe distal biceps tendon to be partial torn. hook test presents pain, no full rupture, tendon feels thinner compared to left arm. surgical/nonsurgical options at this point?

Accepted Answer

: You should see an orthopedist for this persistent problem, surgical repair may be necessary.

Question 5

mri of shoulder mild partial intrasubstance tearing of supra, infras and subsc tendon insertions".  tendinopathy of the intra-articular bicep tendon ?

Accepted Answer

Typical: This is typical in your age group.  By age 50, the large majority of men (especially athletes) with have some degree of rotator cuff injury.  My orthopedic colleague once told me, "if you're 35, and not pitching in the big leagues, then just live with it."  obviously that's very general, but rest and physical therapy to strengthen the shoulder should suffice and surgery may not be needed.

Question 6

who should i see about bicep tendon tear?

Accepted Answer

Sports or orthopedic: Most orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine orthopedists see plenty of bicep tendon tears. Ee are your best bet fir finding yiur answers. Unfortunately, as we get older and continue to beat up our bodies with sports and activities, the body can't keep up!

Question 7

tendectomy of bicep tendon on 2nd symptoms to scope previously repaired slap tear. os found another tear & failed anchor. did not repair tear. future probs?

Accepted Answer

How do you feel?: It sounds like you had two surgeries - one slap repair and another one to remove a failed anchor and cut the biceps tendon (tenotomy).

The one thing that some people who have a biceps tenotomy complain of is cramping in the biceps with forceful repetitive activity. Otherwise, people tend to feel better not worse after a painful biceps tendon becomes detached (surgery or on its own).

M.

Question 8

how long does a distal biceps tendon rupture take to heal?

Accepted Answer

5 months: Distal biceps ruptures need to be repaired surgically. If done well, gentle range of motion exercises are begun early, using the arm gently for 3 months. At the 3 months junction normal use without lifting or stress, if everything goes well, normal use and stressat five months.

Question 9

is a full thickness bicep tendon tear painful and requires surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends on extent of: injury, which can be determined by an MRI. Please seek immediate orthopedic evaluation. If you cannot raise or flex the affected arm there may be nerve damage. Please seek immediate attention.

Question 10

is prolozone an appropriate therapy for a partially ruptured bicep tendon?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Prolozone causes repair and tightening of the lax structures, partially torn connective tissue and ligaments. Prolozone halts the pain/inflammation cycle. This allows for better circulation, increased blood flow carrying nutrition, and hydration of the damaged tissues. This allows for a healing environment within the joint to develop and results in increased range of motion and decreased pain.

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Partial tear of distal bicep tendon

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Can a partial tear of the distal bicep tendon cause pain in my forearm, wrist and make my fingers cramp. my injury happened 3 weeks ago.?

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I am having pain in the distal bicep tendon. i do not think its a tear, what can i do to help it? i did it playing softball.

A member asked:

Post lifting injury i have a 40% partial thickness tear in all 3/4 expect inlabrum which is only fryed. additionally i had a torn bicep tendon which was corrected bicep tendodesis. im still have constant pain from neck to shoulder, is surgery needed?

A member asked:

2 months ago felt pop/pain in elbow. pain persists (flexion/supination). believe distal biceps tendon to be partial torn. hook test presents pain, no full rupture, tendon feels thinner compared to left arm. surgical/nonsurgical options at this point?

A member asked:

Mri of shoulder mild partial intrasubstance tearing of supra, infras and subsc tendon insertions". tendinopathy of the intra-articular bicep tendon ?

A member asked:

Who should i see about bicep tendon tear?

A member asked:

Tendectomy of bicep tendon on 2nd symptoms to scope previously repaired slap tear. os found another tear & failed anchor. did not repair tear. future probs?

A member asked:

How long does a distal biceps tendon rupture take to heal?

A member asked:

Is a full thickness bicep tendon tear painful and requires surgery?

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Is prolozone an appropriate therapy for a partially ruptured bicep tendon?

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