ruptured biceps tendon

[powerlifterchick]

My SO ruptured the proximal head of his biceps tendon last week. He went to ortho, who advised that his symmetry will never be the same w/o surgery to reattach the head. He is fine w/this, as he doesn't plan on doing anymore bb competitions. However, he is really concerned about regaining strength & function. The MD advised that he will eventually regain both and he is due for a re-check in 3 wks.

This injury has really gotten him down. There doesn't seem to be any other way around it other than rest. He seemed pretty bummed while watching me bench yesterday.

Anyone experienced this before? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!
plc

 

[Joester]

He will be fine. Look at Dorian Yates, Chris Dickerson...among others who ruptured biceps tendons and recovered strength + fxn.
He should get the surgery, no 2 ways about it.
Hope I helped.

My SO ruptured the proximal head of his biceps tendon last week. He went to ortho, who advised that his symmetry will never be the same w/o surgery to reattach the head. He is fine w/this, as he doesn't plan on doing anymore bb competitions. However, he is really concerned about regaining strength & function. The MD advised that he will eventually regain both and he is due for a re-check in 3 wks.

This injury has really gotten him down. There doesn't seem to be any other way around it other than rest. He seemed pretty bummed while watching me bench yesterday.

Anyone experienced this before? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!
plc

 

[powerlifterchick]

thanks joester!

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