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Biceps tendinitis and subluxation.

W C Patton1, G M McCluskey

  • 1Hughston Clinic, PC, Columbus, Georgia, USA.

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|August 10, 2001
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Shoulder pain from the long head of the biceps tendon is often degenerative, not inflammatory. Treatment now focuses on glenohumeral joint stabilization and individualized approaches for biceps tendon disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • The long head of the biceps tendon's role in shoulder pain and function has been debated since the 17th century.
  • Commonly termed tendinitis, overuse injuries often show degenerative changes rather than inflammation.
  • Bicipital tendinitis is frequently linked to subacromial impingement but can also arise from instability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and treatment of long head of the biceps tendon disorders.
  • To highlight the evolving understanding of the biceps tendon's function as a glenohumeral stabilizer.
  • To discuss current and developing treatment strategies for biceps tendon pathology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical and current literature on biceps tendon pathology.

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  • Discussion of diagnostic methods including clinical evaluation and imaging.
  • Analysis of arthroscopic findings and treatment outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Degenerative changes, not inflammation, are typical in overuse biceps tendon injuries.
    • The biceps tendon plays a significant role in stabilizing the glenohumeral joint.
    • Arthroscopic evaluation enhances diagnosis and treatment of associated shoulder pathology.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis of biceps tendon disorders requires thorough history, physical exam, and imaging.
    • The stabilizing role of the biceps tendon is crucial and should guide treatment.
    • Current treatment emphasizes individualized approaches and preservation of the biceps-labral complex over routine tenodesis.