Biceps Tendon Rupture or Tendinopathy
The biceps muscle in the upper arm is connected to the shoulder and elbow via tendons. The proximal (upper) tendon can tear acutely or slowly over time, or become inflamed (tendinopathy), causing pain and/or weakness. The distal (lower) tendon can also tear leading to pain and resulting in a muscle bulge in the upper arm.
Benefits of Treatment
Pain Relief
Alleviate pain and discomfort in the shoulder and upper arm.
Improved Arm Strength
Regain the ability to lift and use your arm effectively.
Restored Arm Function
Address weakness and cosmetic deformity (if rupture).
Personalised Treatment Plan
Tailored care, from non-surgical options to surgical repair, tenotomy, or tenodesis.
Expert Shoulder Surgeon
Access to a highly experienced and locally based shoulder surgeon.
Treatment for Biceps Tendon Rupture or Tendinopathy
During your consultation, Dr Richmond will carefully evaluate your condition and discuss all management options with you, including non-surgical treatments, so you can confidently decide on the right path forward.
Addresses painful biceps tendon issues by reattaching, releasing, or repairing the tendon to improve function.
Dr Bradley Richmond
Orthopaedic Surgeon - BHB, MBChB, FRACS (Orth)
Dr Bradley Richmond graduated as a Doctor from the University of Auckland in 2004 and trained as a general Orthopaedic Surgeon in New Zealand, obtaining fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2014. He then spent a further 18 months undertaking subspecialty fellowship training in Sydney, working with some of the most respected Knee and Shoulder surgeons in Australia.
For 10 years, until early 2026, Dr Richmond worked as a Staff Specialist at Rockhampton Hospital – providing public Orthopaedic care to Central Queenslanders, and providing training and supervision to Orthopaedic Trainees, Junior Doctors, and International Medical Graduate Specialists.
In April 2024, he commenced part-time private practice, and now does this full-time; focusing exclusively on his areas of specialist expertise – knee and shoulder surgery.
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