Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, DPT Key Takeaways Bicep tendonitis is usually caused by overloading and overusing the biceps tendon. The primary function of your biceps is elbow flexion and ...

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A new arthroscopic tendon transfer technique effectively relieves the pain and symptoms related to both chronic and refractory biceps tendonitis, a new study shows. Nikhil Verma, MD, ...

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 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 ...

Tendons are the bands of tissue that attach your muscles to your bones. They help your body move smoothly and absorb shocks when you use your muscles. Shoulder tendon damage refers to injuries of the ...

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 ...

Stop! If there is sharp or shooting pain in your wrist, nausea or popping sounds You might be at risk for a torn bicep tendon or wrist sprain. “If your wrist is rotating, you’re utilizing your wrist ...

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 ...