Partially torn bicep tendon

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Markjr1130

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Joined: 2008/09/08
United States

2008/09/08, 09:55 PM

I went for an MRI this weekend and just found out from my Primary doctor that I have a partially torn bicep tendon. He told me I should see a Orthopedic Surgeon ASAP. I was able to get an appointment in a couple of days but was just wondering if anyone could answer a few questions? The injury happened 3 weeks ago during MMA sparring, my arm was kicked while it was extended throwing a punch. I felt a sharp pain in my lower bicep and upper forarm with loss of strength in my arm. I put ice on the injury and saw my doctor the next day he said he thought it was just a sprain and that he would see me in 2 weeks. So here we are 3 weeks later and it is a little bit beter but still sore. My question is with a partially torn tendon do you generally need surgery or can you get away with just therapy and how long of a recovery can I expect? Thanks, Mark