A biceps tendon tear occurs when the tendon completely or partially severs from the bone. When the tear occurs at the shoulder, a person may experience pain and lose some strength in their arm. Also ...

Pain at the top of the bicep, near the shoulder, or at the bottom, near the elbow, may result from tendonitis. But pain in the middle of the bicep is likely caused by a muscle strain or bruise. Either ...

A bicep bulge is an injury that typically results from a tendon tear and is sometimes referred to as a “Popeye deformity.” When one of the tendons attached to the bicep muscle is torn, it causes the ...

You may have bicep pain from strains, tendonitis, shoulder injuries, and bruising. Try icing the affected area for 15-20 minutes several times daily to decrease swelling and numb the pain. Talk to a ...

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. A muscle strain, or a pulled muscle, is among the most common injuries affecting people of all ages, particularly those engaging in ...

The case image depicts a biceps tendon tear at the insertion on the radial tuberosity, which is an unusual presentation and may require surgery. The next best step would be to perform radiographic ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Maxwell C. Park, MD, and colleagues have defined the anterior cable and noted the anterior supraspinatus ...