Triceps Tendon Repair

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Research

Background:

• Triceps tendon tears are infrequent injuries.
• Surgical repair is typically managed by specialized orthopedic surgeons.
• Understanding treatment algorithms is crucial for managing these injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the current treatment algorithm for triceps tendon tears.
• To describe the surgical technique for triceps tendon repair.
• To inform orthopedic surgeons on managing triceps tendon injuries.

Main Methods:

• Posterior surgical approach to expose the triceps tendon.
• Longitudinal splitting of the tendon to debride degenerated tissue and osteophytes.
• Repair involves re-approximating tendon layers, distal advancement, and closure.
• Double-row repair with suture anchors is utilized for robust fixation.

Main Results:

• Excellent clinical outcomes are reported following surgical repair.
• Re-rupture rates are approximately 7% at a 4-year follow-up.
• The described surgical technique demonstrates efficacy in managing triceps tendon ruptures.

Conclusions:

• Surgical intervention is indicated for both partial and complete triceps tendon ruptures.
• Current surgical treatment strategies provide excellent clinical results.
• Effective management of triceps tendon tears relies on precise surgical techniques and appropriate patient selection.