4 Exercises to Fix Proximal Biceps Tendinopathy Pain (DON'T STRETCH!)
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Welcome to Precision Movement on YouTube! Subscribe to this channel to be notified of the latest exercises, techniques and workouts to help you move freely and without pain so you can get back to and keep doing the active things you love. Eric Wong is the founder of Precision Movement. He earned his degree in kinesiology from the University of Waterloo where he studied under Dr. Stuart McGill. From 2006-2013 he specialized in training combat athletes, including multiple UFC fighters, national level amateur boxers and other fighters. We also have an app! Precision Movement’s ROM Coach app offers guided routines and exercises specifically designed to improve range of motion, mobility, and joint health. Built with science-based methods, the app helps users maintain pain-free movement with effective routines that fit into any schedule.
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Struggling with biceps tendinopathy pain in the upper arm or pain at the front of the shoulder? Discover the root cause and 4 simple home exercises for biceps tendinopathy pain that provide lasting relief. If you’ve been dealing with chronic biceps tendinopathy, you know how disruptive it can be. Pain when lifting your arm overhead, snapping or clicking at the front of the shoulder, or even trouble sleeping on your side - it affects daily life more than most people realize. The issue isn’t usually the biceps itself. Most conventional treatments - stretching, massage, or even ultrasound — focus only on the tendon. But biceps tendinopathy pain is often a symptom, not the root cause. The tendon gets overworked because other muscles and joints, like the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, aren’t functioning optimally. In this video, I break down exactly what’s happening: [+] The difference between biceps tendonitis (acute inflammation) and biceps tendinopathy (chronic degeneration). [+] Why poor thoracic spine posture and weak rotator cuff or scapular muscles force the biceps to compensate. [+] Why surgeries that cut or reattach the tendon often fail to fix the problem long term. And most importantly - 4 home exercises for biceps tendinopathy that retrain movement patterns, restore posture, and strengthen neglected stabilizers. These exercises are designed to address root causes: activating deep thoracic muscles, engaging the serratus anterior, balancing rotator cuff function, and building shoulder stability. With consistent practice 2–3 times per week for 4–6 weeks, you’ll give your biceps tendon the support it needs to heal and reduce pain. Whether you’ve been told you have PBT or feel pain at the front of the shoulder, this routine gives you a clear, practical path forward - without relying on endless massage, passive treatments, or risky surgeries. 👍 If this helps, hit the like button and subscribe - I’ll continue sharing science-backed strategies to help you move pain-free. IN THIS VIDEO 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Tendonitis vs. tendinopathy 02:40 - Root causes most people miss 04:45 - Why surgery doesn’t solve the problem 05:40 - Exercise 1: SB Thoracic Extension 08:30 - Exercise 2: Slumpy Serratus Activator 11:10 - Exercise 3: IR Row 13:10 - Exercise 4: 4-Point ER Row 16:15 - Routine summary 17:04 - Next steps Resources and links mentioned Study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7899608/ 3 Keys to Rehab a Rotator Cuff Tear & AVOID Surgery [NEW EXERCISES] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqwDcEdGAiU 5 Movements EVERYONE Should Master for Pain-Free Shoulders https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1rE98O6oSU Get started with Shoulder Pain Solution inside ROM Coach app: https://rom.coach/unlock-premium/ Medical Disclaimer The medical information on any/all of our content is provided as an information resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. This information does not create any patient-physician relationship, and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment. Please consult your health care provider before making any health care decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition.
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