Don’t Forget About Biceps Rotator cuff injuries are a common cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction. It commonly affects athletes, manual laborers, and the general population alike. While the rotator cuff itself—the group of muscles and tendons stabilizing the shoulder joint—often takes center stage in discussions, the role of the biceps tendon in these injuries is equally significant yet frequently overlooked. This blog explores the relationship between the biceps tendon and rotator cuff injuries. It will shed light on diagnosis, treatment, and injury prevention strategies of the biceps tendon. Anatomy and Function of the Biceps Tendon The biceps muscle has…

Athletes put their bodies to the test daily by playing the sports they love. However, high-impact athletics can take a heavy toll on your body. Practices like athletic therapy provide prevention, rehabilitation, and maintenance care to improve athletes’ physical outcomes. What is Athletic Therapy? Athletic Therapy specializes in the prevention, evaluation and management of neuromusculoskeletal injuries (muscles, bones and joints, etc.), especially sports injuries. Their focus is on athletics and physical activity to help athletes return to their sport or individuals to return to an active lifestyle. They work with individuals of all ages and abilities, from amateur and professional athletes to the…