How long does a Grade 2 pec tear take to heal?

With grade 2 strains the return to full activity can be significantly slower, depending on the severity, return can range from 2 – 6 weeks.

How long does it take for a pectoral strain to heal?

Mild pulls may heal as soon as two or three weeks after injury. More serious strains can take months to heal, especially if you’ve had surgery.

Will a torn pec muscle heal itself?

In most cases, a torn pectoral will not heal on its own. Our team will need to perform surgery to reattach the muscle so that you can begin your road to recovery. The operation will involve sewing the muscle back into place on your upper arm.

How do you treat a strained pectoral minor?

In isolated pectoralis minor tendon tears, however, a conservative treatment approach is typically recommended. Recommend rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medication for the first two to four weeks following the injury. The athlete may use an arm sling to increase comfort, but complete immobilization isn’t necessary.

Can you move your arm with a torn pec?

Rehabbing a Torn Pec Muscle or Tendon A torn or ruptured pectoralis muscle can limit your ability to engage in normal work and recreational activities. It can limit arm use, and may cause significant pain.

How do you know if you have a torn pectoral muscle?

When the pectoralis muscle ruptures, you will have sudden severe pain and a tearing sensation in the chest. You may also have pain in the upper arm, weakness, bruising, and a dimpling, or pocket formation above the arm pit. Initial treatment includes application of ice and immobilization of the shoulder, arm and chest.

What torn pec feels like?

When the pectoralis muscle ruptures, you will have sudden severe pain and a tearing sensation in the chest. You may also have pain in the upper arm, weakness, bruising, and a dimpling, or pocket formation above the arm pit.

How do you know if you strained your pectoralis minor?

Symptoms of the pec minor injury include;

1. Chest pain – can be burning and stabbing.
2. Anterior shoulder pain.
3. Pain in between shoulder blades in upper back.
4. Pain and/or numbness through the inner arm, inside of elbow, into wrist, hand and 4th and 5th fingers.

What do you do for a pulled pectoral muscle?

Initial treatment includes application of ice and immobilization of the shoulder, arm and chest. Surgery is often required for complete tears of the pectoralis muscle tendon. Surgery is usually not considered for partial tears, tears within the muscle, or in elderly and low-demand patients.

How do you know if you tore a pectoral muscle?

Can you still workout with a torn pec?

A torn or ruptured pectoralis muscle can limit your ability to engage in normal work and recreational activities. It can limit arm use, and may cause significant pain. If you have ruptured or torn your pectoralis major muscle in your chest, you may benefit from physical therapy (PT) to help you recover.

How do you diagnose a pec tear?

What are the symptoms of pectoralis tendon tear?

1. Sudden, severe pain at the time of injury.
2. Popping or snapping sound at the time of injury.
3. Swelling and bruising often involving the arm where the pectoralis tendon attaches to bone.
4. Weakness and limited motion, especially when bringing the arm toward the body.

What is a Grade 2 PEC major strain?

Significant tissue damage leading to a moderate loss in movement is a Grade 2 pec major strain. Grade 3 muscle strains will be the muscle fibres have been torn resulting in a complete rupture and major loss in function.

What does it mean to have a pectoralis major strain?

What is a pectoralis major strain? A pectoralis major strain is a tear in the main muscle across the front of the chest, commonly known as the ‘pec’. Physiotherapy can treat symptoms of pectoralis major strain. How does a pectoralis major strain occur? A pectoralis major strain typically occurs when pushing a heavy object away from your chest.

What’s the difference between Grade 1 and Grade 2 pectoral tears?

Grade 1: a small number of fibers are torn resulting in some pain, but allowing full function. Grade 2: a significant number of fibers are torn with moderate loss of function. Grade 3: all muscle fibers are ruptured resulting in major loss of function. The majority of pectoral strains are grade 2 tears.

What kind of muscle strain is Grade III?

Grade III Strain of Chest Muscle: In this type of tear, almost all muscle fibers are damaged and there is significant pain with almost complete loss of function of the arm. What Causes Chest Muscle Strain?