How Do You Heal A Torn Bicep Muscle?
The biceps is a two-headed muscle that originates on the front and top parts of the scapula, and connects to the radius in the forearm. Ruptures to the bicep most often occur along the tendon near the shoulder, and usually affect people ages 40 to 60. They can happen to anyone, though, if there is a violent biceps contraction or traumatic event. Either one of the two heads can rupture, and treatment of a torn biceps may or may not require surgery. Consult your physician, but in some cases there are simple techniques you can use at home to help heal the torn muscle. Symptoms of a biceps tear or rupture include sudden pain, loss of strength with elbow flexion and supination, a sensation of something “rolling up” in the arm and tenderness along the length of the biceps head. Apply ice immediately if you suspect a biceps tear. Wrap the ice in place on the most painful area using a compression wrap, and place your arm in a sling. Visit an orthopedist or other health-care professional as soo
