The biceps (Musculus biceps brachii) is a strong and highly visible muscle in the front part of the upper arm. It is responsible for most movements of the arm, especially for flexion in the elbow joint. The tendons of the biceps muscle originate at the glenoid cavity of the shoulder blade and are anatomically exposed … Exercises for biceps tendon inflammation
Physiotherapy/treatment The treatment of biceps tendon inflammation depends on the cause. For example, an inflammation of the biceps tendon, which is the result of an impingement syndrome on the shoulder (bottleneck syndrome), often requires surgical treatment. However, an inflammation of the biceps tendon is usually caused by overloading and treatment is conservative. In the first … Physiotherapy/treatment | Exercises for biceps tendon inflammation
Test In order to diagnose biceps tendon inflammation, functional tests play a major clinical role. However, palpation always comes first – the doctor palpates the long biceps tendon in its course and tests whether the application of pressure causes pain. This would be a first indication of inflammation. In addition, the doctor also tests whether … Test | Exercises for biceps tendon inflammation
Voltars The drug Voltaren belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory substances. This means that Voltaren inhibits those messenger substances that cause pain and inflammation. It also helps to reduce possible swelling and supports the healing process. Voltaren contains the active ingredient diclofenac and is available in four different forms without a prescription: gel, patch, tablet or … Voltars | Exercises for biceps tendon inflammation
Summary In most cases, biceps tendon inflammation is caused by overloading the arm, e.g. as a result of weight training, throwing sports or a postural weakness of the muscles. Those affected then feel strong pain in the area of the shoulder-armpit transition and on the upper arm. In order for the inflammation to subside, it … Summary | Exercises for biceps tendon inflammation
Torn biceps tendon proximal-distal Physiotherapy for biceps tendon ruptures depends first of all on whether the rupture is proximal (i.e. a tear near the shoulder) or distal (i.e. a tear near the elbow). Approximately 95% of bite tendon tears are proximal. Physiotherapy plays an important role in the aftercare. In the case of a proximal … Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Further therapeutic measures for biceps tendon rupture In the case of a biceps tendon rupture, in addition to general physiotherapy and physiotherapy, the performance of medical training therapy (MTT) can also be a good supplement, since a biceps tendon rupture is usually caused by incorrect posture or incorrectly performed movements. MTT not only restores the … Further therapeutic measures for biceps tendon rupture | Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Surgery after a biceps tendon rupture Surgery for a biceps tendon rupture is most likely to be considered if the rupture is on the distal side, i.e. the elbow, or for a proximal rupture if the patient is very young and active in sports. The operation is usually performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon will … Surgery after a biceps tendon rupture | Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Our muscle biceps brachii is an important muscle for our upper extremity. It has two heads, one long and one short (Caput longum et breve), which are attached differently to the shoulder blade. Its function is to move the forearm, so it bends the elbow and turns the hand into supination position (all parts). Physiotherapy … Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Causes Causes of biceps tendon inflammation are usually overstraining due to a heavy load on the biceps, e.g. during weight training and weight lifting. Due to the location of the biceps tendon between the two bony projections on the upper arm (tuberculi major et minor) in the so-called biceps furrow (sulcus intertubercularis), the tendon is … Causes | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Test A test to diagnose an inflammation of the biceps tendon is, in addition to the medical history (course of disease, accidents, etc.) and physical examination, also a functional test of the muscle. In case of an inflammation, the abduction of the arm (the abduction) against resistance is very painful and limited. The function of … Test | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Rupture of biceps tendon/rupture Recurring or severe inflammation can change the composition of the biceps tendon. It becomes less resilient and brittle. In the case of chronic inflammation of the biceps tendon or other inflammatory or degenerative diseases of the shoulder joint, the tendon may tear if the strain is not adequate. More rare is … Rupture of biceps tendon/rupture | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation