Biceps Tendonitis
What Is Biceps Tendonitis?
Biceps tendonitis is the inflammation of the upper bicep tendon which connects the bicep muscle to the bones in the shoulder. Often caused by overuse, repetitive motions from manual labor or sports activities can damage cells in the shoulder and lead to tendonitis. When cells get damaged, continued use doesn’t give them the opportunity to regenerate and can slowly deteriorate the tendons, resulting in biceps tendonitis. The biceps can also tear immediately from a sudden injury like a fall directly on the top of the shoulder. Should you suffer from this condition, be sure to contact Island Sports Physical Therapy to get the biceps tendonitis physical therapy you need.
Symptoms:
Other shoulder problems such as rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement, and shoulder instability can all attribute to bicep tendonitis. Pain experienced in the front of the shoulder and a feeling of weakness are the most common symptoms of biceps tendonitis. Other symptoms that could be the result of biceps tendonitis are:
- An audible pop or snap
- Cramping of the bicep muscles
- Bruising from the upper arm to the elbow
- Difficulty turning the palm up or down
If you have any discomfort in your shoulder or experience with any of the above symptoms, you should seek out biceps tendonitis physical therapy to get a proper diagnosis and prevent any further injury.
When diagnosed, immediate treatment for biceps tendonitis includes resting, avoiding the activity that caused the injury, and taking over-the-counter drugs to ease the pain such as Advil or Ibuprofen. In many cases, doctors will recommend working with a physical therapist to return the biceps to full strength. Therapists will work with patients to evaluate how they performed the activity that caused the injury to reduce overuse and the risks of future injury.
Contact Us For Biceps Tendonitis Physical Therapy
If you’re in need of biceps tendonitis physical therapy treatment on Long Island, Island Sports Physical Therapy combines the best techniques with education to ensure you get better while preventing future injury. Island Sports has several locations on Long Island, making it readily accessible no matter where you reside.
