Question 1

my dominate arm bicep has become soft when flexing with a little pain in elbow area but do not seem to have symptoms of a bicep tendon tear?

Accepted Answer

Possible rupture: You may have a partial tear of your biceps tendon.  It is best to have your primary care doctor take a look.

Question 2

i had surgery for tendons torn lose in both elbows with no relief ?

Accepted Answer

Expectation: You probably had high expectations. 
It takes time and need to undergo physical therapy to have good results.

Question 3

is there pain when an elbow tendon or liagament partial or fully tears?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue which attaches muscle to bone as well as  muscles to structures. A tear or rupture is different than tendinitis though (which is what usually occurs at the elbow). A full tear you'd most likely feel (think of when a rubber band breaks).

Question 4

i think i pulled a tendon in my elbow practicing pitching, how long should that take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Get a eval: If it last more than six weeks make sure it is not your mcl dont pitch sidearm this can causepermanent problems in children littleleaugers elbow.

Question 5

hello, if i move my elbow in a certain position it bothers me. so i massage it and it goes away. like pushing tendon back into place. what?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: It is possible you may have a tendinitis.  Massage, specific exercises,anti-inflammatory medications me help.  If the symptoms persist you should see your doctor.

Question 6

the doctors think i have a minor tear in the elbow tendon. how long will it take to heal normally ?

Accepted Answer

6 weeks: It depends on whic tendon is torn as whether you need a splint or exercise program.  See an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 7

i had right lateral epicondylar release/tendon repair 4 months ago. a p.t. asked which tendon did u get repaired? how many tendons on the outer elbow?

Accepted Answer

ECRB: Lateral epicondylitis( "tennis elbow")surgery involves surgical debridement (open or arthroscopic ) of the extensor carpi radialis brevis(ecrb) tendon origin.Degenerative tendon here often has a 'fish flesh' appearance.Surgeons often 'drill' small holes in the lat.Epicondyle after debridement . Other tendons here: ecrl, epl, edc tendons(abbreviations).

Question 8

i have severe elbow pain 6 weeks post op from elbow tendon repair is this normal?

Accepted Answer

: You really need to discuss this with your orthopedic surgeon since you are describing the pain as severe.

Question 9

tendons behind knees, achilies and elbows hurt- just started working out is this a sign i should slow down? want to better my body the correct way

Accepted Answer

Likely: Check with a fitness instructor regarding the typesof exercises. Strat slow and enhance as tolerated.

Question 10

when i do a bicep curl my bicep tendon clicks loudly and it kind of hurts? it clicks and hurts behind the elbow

Accepted Answer

Snapping tendon: Some individuals have a promient part of their triceps tendon that can snap when you fully flex your elbow.  If this is an ongoing problem, your should get it checked out.  You should see an orthopadist to look at the arm, as there are other possible causes.

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My dominate arm bicep has become soft when flexing with a little pain in elbow area but do not seem to have symptoms of a bicep tendon tear?

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I had surgery for tendons torn lose in both elbows with no relief ?

A member asked:

Is there pain when an elbow tendon or liagament partial or fully tears?

A member asked:

I think i pulled a tendon in my elbow practicing pitching, how long should that take to heal?

A member asked:

Hello, if i move my elbow in a certain position it bothers me. so i massage it and it goes away. like pushing tendon back into place. what?

A member asked:

The doctors think i have a minor tear in the elbow tendon. how long will it take to heal normally ?

A member asked:

I had right lateral epicondylar release/tendon repair 4 months ago. a p.t. asked which tendon did u get repaired? how many tendons on the outer elbow?

A member asked:

I have severe elbow pain 6 weeks post op from elbow tendon repair is this normal?

A member asked:

Tendons behind knees, achilies and elbows hurt- just started working out is this a sign i should slow down? want to better my body the correct way

A member asked:

When i do a bicep curl my bicep tendon clicks loudly and it kind of hurts? it clicks and hurts behind the elbow

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