Wishing Larry Wheels a speedy recovery 💪 👉 Ever notice someone with a sudden bulge in their upper arm after a biceps injury? That’s the classic “Popeye deformity” often seen after a proximal long-head biceps tendon rupture. The good news? These injuries don’t always require surgery. 👴 In older, less active patients, we can often treat them non-operatively. Many patients maintain good overall arm function despite the cosmetic change. 🏋️ In younger, more active patients, especially those concerned about strength, cramping, or appearance, we may recommend a biceps tenodesis—reattaching the biceps tendon to the humerus to restore a more normal length-tension relationship. Treatment ultimately depends on the patient’s age, activity level, symptoms, and goals. #biceps #orthopedics #sportsmedicine #tendoninjury #shouldersurgery