I had surgery in 1989 for a torn bicip muscle because I was a bowler and only 35 years old. The surgeon mentioned he put a staple in there and I shouldnt have any problems with it but if I did I should call him. Now 15 years later I am having a lot of pain in my upper arm. I can go straight up, out to the front, and backwards with little or no pain but I can not reach for things to the side. I am wondering if this sounds like it is something to do with a staple because most of my reasearch has indicated surgery is not necessary if you are not very active and are older when you are having bicep problems. Since I can "walk my arm up the wall" I dont know what type of exercises I should do for a side ways motion. At this time, I do not have medical insurance and cannot go to the Dr. if it is something that can be solved by exercise or some tpe of simple treatment. I would appreciate you advice. I also did not know if I should try a strap like I used for tennis elbow when I bowled. If so do I use it above or below the elbow? Thank You
Posted By Donna Lynn on April 03, 2005 at 16:37:15:
In Reply to: torn or separated bicep
posted by jRosemary urban on January 22, 2005 at 16:17:57:
