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Biceps Tenosynovitis

Definition:
Inflammation of a tendon and its enveloping sheath of the biceps.
Symptoms:
  • Pain in the front of the shoulder
  • Pain with reaching overhead and to the side
  • Decreased shoulder ROM
  • Point tender on the biceps tendon
Causes:
  • Repetitive shoulder motions including throwing or swimming
  • Chronic inflammation of the biceps tendon
  • Faulty posture
Treatment:
  • Shoulder ROM and stretching exercises
  • Postural program
  • Shoulder stabilization strengthening