Sports Physical Therapy & Rehab in Avondale, NJ
When an injury occurs, getting back to the sport you love can be very frustrating and time-consuming. That’s why we work with every athlete at Pro Staff Physical Therapy to get back as quickly as possible.
We work with several athletes in the Avondale area who play a variety of sports. Our Nutley location has state-of-the-art equipment and sports-specific physical therapists who are experts in sports rehabilitation.
A common injury for upper-body athletes is biceps tendonitis, which tends to occur in front of the shoulder.
What Causes Biceps Tendonitis?
Biceps tendonitis is caused by an injury to any of the biceps’ tendons. This injury may result from one specific incident or repetitive use over time. It is commonly seen in athletes who play overhead sports such as volleyball, baseball, and gymnastics.
When the biceps tendon becomes inflamed, it can often be less mobile and decrease the strength or power needed for your sport. The biceps muscle is very important in many motions of the shoulder and elbow. Due to its primary role, pain is often felt in the front of the shoulder with flexion movement.
Common Symptoms of Biceps Tendonitis
- Pain in the front of the shoulder or elbow.
- Pain with overhead motion.
- Clicking or popping of the shoulder.
- Deep ache within the shoulder or elbow joint.
- Pain and stiffness at rest or when lying on the affected side.
Treatment for Biceps Tendonitis
Treatment for biceps tendonitis first involves decreasing the inflammation within the tendon. This can be done through various manual therapy and therapeutic exercises to help improve the healthy blood flow to the injured tendon.
Your physical therapist will work with you to create a unique treatment plan to meet your goals and needs. Once the biceps tendon starts to heal, it will be important to strengthen the muscles surrounding the shoulder and elbow. This can help take the load off the tendon and provide greater stability to the joint.
Depending on how your injury occurred, your physical therapist may work with you on sport-specific mechanics. This will involve specific exercises or drills to help improve your mechanics and decrease the risk of a future injury.
The physical therapists at Pro Staff are experts in treating biceps tendonitis, regardless of the cause, and we will help you get back to your normal self.
How long will it take for me to get better?
Every biceps injury is different when it comes to recovery. Tendons can be tricky sometimes as they heal, so it is important to listen to your physical therapist as you recover from this injury.
Factors such as injury type, stage of inflammation, and type of activity you are involved in can all impact the recovery timeline.
Get Started Today
Pro Staff Physical Therapy is here to help no matter what issue you are having. If you have been looking for quality physical therapy in Avondale, NJ, check out Pro Staff Physical Therapy at our Nutley location today.
We know how important it is to move pain-free, so let us help get you there. Contact our office at 973-360-8220 to schedule an appointment today.
