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Tendinopathy of the biceps tendon encompasses a wide variety of injuries and disease processes affecting both the proximal and distal aspects of the muscle. Pathologic changes develop on a spectrum, ranging from acute inflammation to chronic degeneration and possibly rupture. A comprehensive history and physical exam in combination with imaging are sufficient to make the diagnosis in the majority of cases. Management involves a combination of physical therapy, pharmacologic, and interventional treatments as innovative advances in regenerative medicine and surgical techniques continue to evolve.

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Abbreviations

CSI:

Ccorticosteroid injection

ESWT:

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy

FABS:

Flexed Aabducted Ssupinated

NSAID:

Nnon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug

SLAP:

Superior Llabrum Aanterior and Pposterior

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    Alyssa Neph, Michael O’Connell & Eric R. Helm

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    Jason J. Shin & Albert Lin

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Transverse view of long head of the biceps tendon in the intertubercular groove of the humerus. A spinal needle is placed within the bicipital sheath underneath the transverse humeral ligament. We are visualizing anechoic local anesthetic filling the bicipital sheath without piercing the biceps tendon itself. (MOV 1102 kb)

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Neph, A., O’Connell, M., Shin, J.J., Lin, A., Helm, E.R. (2021). Biceps Tendon. In: Onishi, K., Fredericson, M., Dragoo, J.L. (eds) Tendinopathy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-65335-4_4

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