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Triceps brachii injuries.

P D Holleb1, B R Bach

  • 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois.

Sports Medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)
|October 1, 1990
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Triceps brachii ruptures, though uncommon, typically occur at the tendon-bone junction due to trauma. Early surgical repair of complete tears yields excellent outcomes for this elbow extensor injury.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Triceps brachii injuries are infrequent, often caused by direct or indirect trauma during eccentric contractions.
  • The tendo-osseous junction is the most frequent site for these injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the diagnostic features and management of triceps brachii ruptures.
  • To emphasize the importance of early surgical intervention for complete tears.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentation, diagnostic imaging (radiographs), and treatment outcomes for triceps brachii ruptures.
  • Correlation of injury mechanisms with anatomical location and fracture patterns.

Main Results:

  • Complete rupture is indicated by extensor lag and a palpable gap.

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  • Partial ruptures present as diminished extension strength against resistance.
  • Associated olecranon or radial head fractures may occur, detectable on radiographs, particularly lateral views showing avulsion fractures.

    • Conclusions:

    • Prompt surgical repair is advised for complete triceps tendon ruptures.
    • Surgical outcomes for triceps brachii ruptures are generally favorable.