Torn biceps, will the muscle deteriorate?

[biteme]

It's already shorter. I tore it where it inserts into the elbow... Don't know if the tendon is detached, but the bicep is noticeably shorter... I'm gonna take a couple weeks off and then lift lighter if I don't have to have surgery.... Will the bicep muscle shrink over time?

 

[sugashane]

Over time it sgould, but still try to maintain the other. When I blew out my right knee, they told me to still work the other. Some muscle size and strength can transfer over. Hope all works out.

 

[ALIN]

It's already shorter. I tore it where it inserts into the elbow... Don't know if the tendon is detached, but the bicep is noticeably shorter... I'm gonna take a couple weeks off and then lift lighter if I don't have to have surgery.... Will the bicep muscle shrink over time?

I would see a doctor and have it fixed right. as you get older and older you will notice it even more. trust me on this.

 

[Tatyana]

If it was a full tear, have it repaired.

Partial, you may be able to get away with.

The muscle does not deteriorate, but the length of the muscle might be different.

 

[sonokrypton]

Had a complete tear four years ago. It will come back, but give it time and don't rush it. Deffinately go see the Dr. don't wait. If you are put into a cast you will have some muscle atrophy, but with proper therapy you will come back. Good luck bro.

 

[goku_kakarot77]

i had minor tear in my left tri and lat, it healed up nicely after few weeks, and i was still putting heavy stress on it,