What tendons are in the arm?

The important tendons of the elbow are the biceps tendon, which is attached the biceps muscle on the front of your arm, and the triceps tendon, which attaches the triceps muscle on the back of your arm. The muscles in your forearm cross the elbow and attach to the humerus.

How do you know if you tore a tendon or ligament in your arm?

Elbow ligament and tendon tear symptoms Pain and tenderness around the injury. Reduced range of motion around the arm, elbow, forearm or wrist. Stiffness around the elbow. Swelling.

What does a muscle tear in your arm feel like?

Symptoms of Torn Muscles Expect pain and soreness, as well as spasms and swelling in the affected area. Depending on the severity of the strain, you may find it difficult to move the area, if at all. You may note swelling as well as bruising and discoloration accompanied by a “knotted up” feeling or stiffness.

How do you tell if you pulled a muscle in your arm?

Symptoms of a pulled muscle include:

1. Bruising, swelling or redness at the injury site.
2. Difficulty using the affected muscle.
3. Muscle weakness.
4. Sudden pain when using the affected muscle.
5. Pain when the muscle is at rest.

How do you tell if you pulled a tendon in your arm?

The most obvious symptom will be a sudden, severe pain in the upper part of your arm or at the elbow, depending on where the tendon is injured. You may hear or feel a “pop” when a tendon tears. Other signs that you may have torn a biceps tendon can include: Sharp pain at the shoulder or elbow.

How do I know if I tore a muscle in my arm?

Symptoms

1. Pain or tenderness.
2. Redness or bruising.
3. Limited motion.
4. Muscle spasms.
5. Swelling.
6. Muscle weakness.

How long does a pulled arm muscle take to heal?

For a mild strain, you may be able to return to normal activities within three to six weeks with basic home care. For more severe strains, recovery can take several months. In severe cases, surgical repair and physical therapy may be necessary.

How do you know if a tendon is stretched or torn?

A snapping or popping sound at the time of injury. A gritty or crunchy feeling on trying to move the affected site. Severe pain. Inability to move the affected limb.

How do you know if you have a torn tendon?