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Triceps Rupture and Repair in a Healthy, Young Woman following Rock Climbing
Charles Qin1, Sean Clancy1, Jason Strelzow1
1University of Chicago, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, USA.
Case Reports in Orthopedics
|November 29, 2021
Summary
This case report details a rare distal triceps tendon rupture in a young woman due to bouldering. The study outlines her successful surgical repair and rehabilitation, offering insights into treating this uncommon injury.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Research
Background:
- Distal triceps tendon ruptures are uncommon, particularly in female athletes.
- Bouldering presents a unique risk factor for tendon injuries due to dynamic movements.
- Understanding treatment options for rare tendon injuries is crucial for orthopedic specialists.
Observation:
- A young adult female sustained a distal triceps tendon rupture while bouldering.
- The injury was diagnosed and treated using an open surgical repair.
- A modified bone tunnel and suture anchor fixation technique was employed for the repair.
Findings:
- The case demonstrates the successful application of a specific surgical technique for distal triceps tendon rupture in a female patient.
- Postoperative rehabilitation protocols were detailed for optimal recovery.
- A literature review comparing biomechanical and clinical outcomes of different repair methods was included.
Implications:
- This case highlights a viable surgical approach for managing rare distal triceps tendon ruptures in active young females.
- The findings contribute to the limited literature on treating this specific injury in this demographic.
- Further research into biomechanical outcomes of various repair techniques can refine clinical practice.
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