If you have pain in your upper arm or shoulder, you may have irritated your biceps tendon, a condition known as biceps tendonitis. The pain may limit your shoulder motion and make performing normal work and recreational tasks difficult or impossible. You should see a healthcare provider who can diagnose biceps tendonitis and refer you to a physical therapist for treatment.
Your biceps are in your upper arm, and the biceps tendon connects your biceps muscles to your shoulder joint. If the tendon becomes injured through normal wear and tear, overuse, or a traumatic injury such as a fall, biceps tendonitis can occur.
Physical therapy (PT) for biceps tendonitis can help decrease pain, improve shoulder strength and range of motion, and improve functional mobility and arm use. You can do PT in an outpatient setting, at home, or both.
