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I have a torn muscle in my upper left arm. it flares up occasionally, how can i help it heal. hurts to move it some days.
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Muscle: Muscle generally heals very well on its own due to abundant blood supply. Tendons, on the other hand, do not heal well. Did you tear your biceps muscle or tendon? If so, talk to ortho doc for options.
Answered 5/16/2015
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