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Over the last couple of days, my upper left arm (bicep area) has been feeling achy / weak. most effective treatment and / or prevention for future?

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" RICE"..: if you worked out& strained biceps... use " Rest Ice- .." gently massage with ARNICA GEL, drink plenty of water.. stretch before future lifting& workout. If you notice any severe pain, muscle deformity or " gap", large bruise.. put ice and see doctor ASAP. It could indicate biceps tendon tear.

Answered 5/15/2016

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