Biceps Tendinitis Injection

        The long head of the biceps tendon moves along the bicipital groove to attach to the humerus. Tendinitis occurs by causing inflammation in the tendon of the biceps muscle with compelling repetitive movements. Biceps tendinitis is also one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and usually causes anterior shoulder pain. On examination, the pain caused by palpation of the bicipital groove must be displaced by external rotation of the arm. Weight lifters, masons and rock climbers are particularly at risk.

                                           technique

    Persistent pain secondary to bicipital tendonitis is an indication for therapeutic injection. The patient should be seated or in a supine position. The location of the bicipital tendon is palpated. For injection into the area of ​​the long head of the biceps tendon, the needle is inserted directly into the most sensitive area on the bicipital groove. The needle should enter the skin at 30 degrees and be directed parallel to the groove. The aim is to inject into the bicipital groove and surrounding area and not into the tendon. Intratendinous injection may result in rupture.