Biceps tendinopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What are the classification of biceps tendinopathy?
A
(Primary) Rare
(Secondary) Due to rotator cuff pathology as the long head of bicep is in close proximity
2
Q
What are the clinical features of biceps tendinopathy?
A
Pain with lifting Tenderness over intertubercular groove of humerus Tendon rupture Weak flexion Weak supination of palm
3
Q
How is bicep tendinopathy diagnosed?
A
(US)
MRI
4
Q
What are signs of proximal biceps rupture?
A
Popeye’s sign
5
Q
What are signs of distal biceps rupture?
A
Absent bicep tendon long cubital fossa (Hook test)
6
Q
What is the treatment for bicep tendinitis?
A
(Primary) Rare
(Secondary) Treatment of underlying rotator cuff pathology
(Proximal rupture) Symptomatic and conservative treatment
(Distal rupture) Urgent referral and surgery
