Your biceps tendons attach the biceps muscle to bones in your shoulder and in your elbow. If you tear your biceps tendon at the shoulder, you may lose some strength in your arm and have …

Rupture of the proximal biceps tendon can be treated conservatively, while injury to its distal attachment usually needs surgical intervention. Patients generally recover successfully if they …

Dec 16, 2025 · Proximal biceps tendon injuries refer to biceps injuries at the level of the shoulder and usually affect the long head biceps tendon. They comprise strains, partial and complete …

A proximal biceps tendon rupture is a tear of one of the tendons that attach the biceps muscle to the bone. When the biceps tendon is damaged, this can cause pain and weakness in the arm, …

It can affect any of the three biceps brachii tendons - the proximal tendon of the short head of the muscle belly, the proximal tendon of the long head of the muscle belly, or the distal tendon. …

Proximal biceps tendon tears are more common than distal biceps tendon tears. Biceps tendon tears are caused by a sudden forceful event (eg, lifting a heavy object) or forceful extension or …

Jun 24, 2025 · Discover how a biceps rupture happens, what signs to look for, and the best ways to treat it through physical therapy, medication, or surgery.

Aug 18, 2025 · This topic review will discuss the presentation and management of biceps tendinopathy (primarily of the proximal long head of the biceps tendon) and biceps tendon …

What is a biceps tendon rupture? A tendon rupture or tear results in the separation of the muscle from its attachment at the bone. It can rupture at either end, proximal (near the shoulder) or …

A proximal biceps tendon rupture causes sudden upper-arm pain, bruising and a “Popeye” bulge. Treatment may include rest or surgical repair based on activity level.