Biceps
When the bicep tendons tear, a person can lose strength in the affected arm. They also can induce pain and swelling. This tear may be partial or complete, and it can be worsened with overuse.
Symptoms can include sharp pain in the upper arm, an audible snap noise, and decreased range of movement with that arm.
Triceps
The triceps help the elbow to straighten. A torn tricep can be debilitating and painful, but with the right treatment options, relief is possible.
Tricep tears can range in severity from mild to severe, with symptoms like pain and weakness in the affected area of the arm.
Quadriceps
This tendon is the most important tendon when it comes to straightening the knee. Tears of the quadriceps can range from mildly debilitating to completely disabling.
The quadriceps is most often torn when there is a heavy load on the leg with the knee partially bent. That said, they can also be caused by falls, cuts, or injuries to the knee.
Patella Tendon
The patellar tendon attaches the kneecap to the top of the shinbone. Tears in this tendon can range from barely disrupting to completely separating the tendon from the kneecap – preventing the straightening of the knee.
Falls and jumping are two leading causes of patellar tears due to the strength of the tendon itself. Some chronic diseases, like chronic kidney failure, can also disrupt blood supply and lead to weakened tendons.
Achilles Tendon
The Achilles tendon is the largest and longest tendon in the body, attaching the calf muscle to the heel bone. This is one of the most common sports injuries, and symptoms include pain, swelling, and bruising in the ankle.
Fortunately, with the right treatments, these symptoms can be relieved.