Biceps tendinitis is the type of condition that feels like an inconvenience at first, but it is not something that should be brushed aside. This condition has the potential to escalate, causing severe pain and reduced movement in the elbow joint. This can impact the patient's quality of life and interfere with day-to-day tasks like holding a pen, working at a computer, lifting things, driving, cooking and cleaning.
A pain relief intervention plan involving collaboration between your physician and physical therapist is crucial for long-term healing. In fact, physical therapy helps in the prevention and the post-surgical rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow joint.
A therapist can create a carefully designed recovery and rehabilitative routine. This routine may consist of several treatment procedures and techniques available to help facilitate healing of the biceps tendon and mobility in the shoulder and elbow joints. If you or someone you know has symptoms of biceps tendinitis or any health issue that limits strength and movement, we can certainly help. As your preferred physical therapists, we promise to use our professional judgement, experience and interest in your well-being to help you get 'back in the game' as quickly as possible.
of this tendon is bicep tendinitis. Physical therapy can help reduce pain and regain mobility.
Once a diagnosis is confirmed using evaluation techniques and an ultrasound scan, conservative treatment involves rest, ice and progressive physical therapy. Medical treatment involves the use of over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen and aspirin. A physician may recommend prescription pain killers. In extreme cases, surgery may be required. An orthopedic surgeon can relieve swelling by opening the lining around the tendon and removing the inflamed tissue. Physical therapy plays a significant role in post-surgical recovery.