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What Causes Constant Pain In Left Bicep After Popping Sound?

I am a 60 yo male and I woke up having stabbing pain that is constant in my left bicep/upper arm. I can t lift my arm but I still have strength in my hands. I am concerned because I did not injure it at all. when I put my shirt on over my head I heard a little pop and its been hurting ever since.
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.

From the description given its likely that you have sustained muscle sprain.
The pain is due to associated muscle spasm . So it is important to relieve it. I would suggest you the following which will definitely help

1 Hot water Fomentation: Either by towel soaked in hot water or by hot water bag. Intermittent application of heat for 15 to 20 minutes each session 4 to 5 times a day will be helpful
2. Muscle Relaxant: Oral taken muscle relaxant like Chlorzoxazone along with analgesic like Diclofenac Sodium will be helpful
3. Local application of Diclofenac Sodium gel will be helpful.
4. Adequate rest and avoiding sudden movement.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Constant Pain In Left Bicep After Popping Sound?

Hello, Thanks for your query. From the description given its likely that you have sustained muscle sprain. The pain is due to associated muscle spasm . So it is important to relieve it. I would suggest you the following which will definitely help 1 Hot water Fomentation: Either by towel soaked in hot water or by hot water bag. Intermittent application of heat for 15 to 20 minutes each session 4 to 5 times a day will be helpful 2. Muscle Relaxant: Oral taken muscle relaxant like Chlorzoxazone along with analgesic like Diclofenac Sodium will be helpful 3. Local application of Diclofenac Sodium gel will be helpful. 4. Adequate rest and avoiding sudden movement. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care