Symptoms
Biceps pain
Anterior arm pain along the biceps groove, often referring from biceps and brachialis trigger points.
Overview
Anterior arm pain along the biceps groove, often referring from biceps and brachialis trigger points. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Clinical notes
Address scapular control and load. Most cases respond to graded loading and needling.
Red flags — when to refer
Acute trauma with biceps rupture appearance — refer.
Muscles often involved
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction