Bicipital Tendonitis
Tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon. A tendon is the thick fibrous cord that attaches muscle to bone. Bicipital tendonitis is a repetitive strain injury that results from increased friction of the biceps tendon against its bony groove resulting in pain and inflammation of the tendon. It is aggravated with lifting and pain is usually worse after activity.
Treatment includes:
Education about the condition and how to avoid making it worse, which may include hints on how to lift safely.
Therapeutic modalities to improve circulation and/or
reduce inflammation and pain such as ultrasound, laser,
interferential current, electrical muscle stimulation,
acupuncture.
Exercises to stretch or strengthen the appropriate muscles
or stabilize the joint.
Manual therapy to improve the movement in the area.
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Tendon Ruptures
The biceps or triceps tendon may partially or completely tear resulting in decreased strength of the affected muscle. Pain is experienced with contraction of the muscle.
Treatment includes:
Education about the condition and how to avoid making it worse, which may include a period of rest and/or immobilization.
Therapeutic modalities to improve circulation and/or
reduce inflammation and pain such as ultrasound, laser,
interferential current, electrical muscle stimulation,
acupuncture.
Exercises to stretch or strengthen the appropriate muscles
or stabilize the joint.
Manual therapy to improve the movement in the area.
Surgery may be necessary to repair the rupture.
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