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Bicep won't flex anymore. what caused the loss of strength?

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Dr. Robert Alexander answered

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Possible Tendon Loss: Rupture of the biceps tendons or nerve damage may result in the inability to contract the muscle to produce flexion moves.

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Answered 11/13/2017

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