Popeye sign is pathognomonic of proximal biceps tendon rupture. A proximal biceps tendon tear results in bunching of the muscle to form a large painful ball on the upper arm; this bulge is called ...
the biceps tendon can actually rupture, causing pain and deformity (sometimes called a “Popeye” deformity) of the biceps muscle. In cases of acute rupture, you should get the injury evaluated right ...
What Causes a Bicep Bulge? A bicep bulge is an injury that typically results from a tendon tear and is sometimes referred to as a “Popeye deformity.” While accidents and unexpected injuries can happen ...