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Barbell Medicine Podcast

Episode #317: Biceps Pain From Curling Leads to Weakness and Numbness

Oct 25, 2024
A mysterious case of arm pain after curls leads to an intriguing discussion on biceps tendon ruptures and their underlying causes. The hosts break down a 19-year-old's experience with a pseudoaneurysm due to an osteochondroma, emphasizing the intertwining of vascular issues and nerve compression. They explore the complexities of diagnosing these injuries and examine effective surgical interventions. There's also a peek into how gripping techniques during exercises can influence injury risks. Humor and personal anecdotes lighten the technical discussion.
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  • The new Barbell Medicine Plus subscription platform offers exclusive content and resources to enhance listeners' understanding of health and fitness.
  • A case study reveals that an osteochondroma can lead to complex arm pain misdiagnosed as a biceps injury, highlighting the need for precise imaging.

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Introduction of Barbell Medicine Plus

A new subscription platform, Barbell Medicine Plus, has been introduced to enhance the resources available to listeners. Subscribers will gain access to ad-free podcast episodes, executive summaries, articles, transcripts, and video versions of the episodes. Additionally, there will be exclusive content and a private forum where members can submit questions to be answered in monthly podcasts. This initiative aims to foster a more comprehensive understanding of evidence-based health and fitness information, expanding on the existing podcast offerings.

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