I always get very nervous when i go to drs but dr Abbasi put me at ease He is very easy to speak with and has great way of communicating So if u want a dr who is cool and knows his stuff he is the man to see. I also want say his staff is very professional and friendly. And when people are nice like they all are it makes things so much easier especially when your a nervous nelly
Read more on Google (opens in a new tab)Shoulder Biceps Tear Repair
Surgery for the long head of the biceps tendon, where it enters the shoulder.
Biceps Tendon Tear Treatment
The biceps has two attachments at the shoulder. The long head runs up through the joint and over the top of the ball before attaching to the socket’s rim, and it is the one that causes trouble: it sits in a groove, moves as the arm rotates, and is a common source of pain at the front of the shoulder. A tear may be partial, or the tendon may rupture completely, which some people notice as a sudden pop followed by a visible change in the shape of the upper arm. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, operates on the long head of the biceps by an arthroscopic or an open approach.
The Rehabilitation Protocol
Ask About a ConsultationThis is the physical therapy protocol the practice gives its own patients after this operation. It is written for the period after surgery, for you and for your therapist, and your own plan is set by Dr. Abbasi at your follow-up.
Common Questions
Do I have to have surgery?
Not necessarily. Treatment begins with the most conservative appropriate option, and Dr. Abbasi recommends surgery only when he believes it is warranted.
Will my arm look different?
A complete rupture that is not repaired can change the shape of the upper arm. Whether that matters to you is a legitimate part of the decision and worth saying out loud at the consultation.
Is the tendon usually torn on its own?
Often it is not. It is commonly torn alongside a rotator cuff or labral problem, which is why the whole joint is assessed rather than just the tendon.
How long before I can lift again?
Lifting takes several months to return, and it is built up gradually. The elbow is protected as well as the shoulder, because the biceps crosses both.
Do you take insurance?
Medicare and most PPO plans are accepted for consultations and surgical care. Regenerative injections are paid for directly. Please call the office to confirm what applies to your plan.To check your plan, call (561) 465-8884, or Book an Appointment.
Have a question that is not answered here? Call (561) 465-8884, or Book an Appointment to arrange a visit.
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