Biceps tendon injury (distal biceps injury)
The biceps (biceps brachii) tendon is attached at the front of the shoulder and on the bottom of the radial bone of the forearm. The biceps muscle helps to bend the elbow and lift the arm forwards. A rupture can occur if the tendon is weakened or when you bend the elbow under heavy load. Here you will find exercises and information about a biceps tendon injury.
1. Bicep curl
Hold a dumbbell in each hand and stand up straight. Ensure a stable stance and keep your arms slightly extended at your sides. Keep your elbows stationary and then move the dumbbells toward your shoulders. Afterward, lower them slowly.
2. Standing bicep curl
Position yourself at the TRX straps and grasp the handles with both hands. Stand firmly on both feet and hang from the TRX in a straight line, positioned at a 90-degree angle to the ground. Then, using an underhand grip, pull your shoulders toward your hands. Control the movement, then return to the starting position in a controlled manner.
3. Row in stand TRX
Pak met beide handen de handvatten van de TRX. Zorg dat je deze voor je houdt en houd je armen licht gestrekt. Trek vervolgens je borst naar je handen en houd je ellebogen langs je lichaam. Zak vervolgens weer langzaam terug naar beginpositie, Herhaal dit.
4. Biceps rek
Pak de elastiek vast met de aangedane hand, zet de elleboog op de rand van de tafel. Met de niet aangedane hand trek je de aangedane hand naar je toe en laat dit terug zaken naar de begin positie.
Resistance band
Hard. Compact. Qualitatively.
TRX
Hard. Compact. Qualitatively.
The meaning of a biceps tendon injury (distal biceps tendon injury)
Three bones join together to make up the elbow joint, the upper arm (humerus) and forearm (radius and ulna). To help stabilize the elbow, a joint capsule and ligaments on the inner and outer side provide passive stability. The elbow is able to move smoothly and pain free due to the shape of the bones, guidance from the ligaments and capsule and coordinated movements of the muscles.
The biceps (biceps brachii) tendon is attached at the front of the shoulder and on the bottom of the radial bone of the forearm. The biceps muscle helps to bend the elbow and lift the arm forwards. The attachment on the radial bone is about an inch below the elbow pit on the inner side of the forearm.
The causes of a biceps tendon injury (distal biceps tendon injury)
A rupture can occur if the tendon is weakened or when you bend the elbow under heavy load. This is also known as a distal biceps tendon rupture.
The symptoms of a biceps tendon injury (distal biceps tendon injury)
Injury of the biceps tendon can occur after chronic overuse or as an acute injury while lifting something heavy. The pain is located on the inner side of the forearm just below the elbow. If you felt something snap in the elbow during heavy lifting, contact your GP or physiotherapist immediately to get it diagnosed. There may be damage to the attachment of the tendon on the radial bone (radius). If there is a complete rupture the biceps muscle can be visibly retracted toward the shoulder.
The treatment of a biceps tendon injury (distal biceps tendon injury)
Biceps tendon injuries can be treated with surgical and non-surgical (conservative) treatment. Whether surgery is indicated depends on a number of factors with age being an important factor. During non-surgical (conservative) treatment you will initially wear a sling, followed by mobilization techniques and exercise therapy. During surgery, the biceps tendon is reattached to the bone with bone anchors and sutures (biceps tenodesis).
Synonyms
Biceps pain, distal biceps rupture, partial rupture, biceps brachii muscle, Popeye sign
Advice
If you have any questions regarding the exercises, doubt if you are doing them correctly or aren’t sure they are suited for your condition, please contact your physiotherapist for support.
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