OVERVIEW

Distal Triceps Rupture

Sudden forced bending (flexion), while the elbow is being extended (straightened), is a common phenomenon. Surgery is required for biceps rupture.

GOALS

Possible Treatment Goals

  • Improve Function
  • Improve Muscle Strength and Power
  • Increase Oxygen to Tissues
  • Improve Range of Motion
  • Self-care of Symptoms
  • Improve Wound Healing
RESOURCES

Additional Resources

 

PHYSICAL THERAPY
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LASER THERAPY
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ERGONOMICS
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DRY NEEDLING
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MUSCLE ENERGY TECHNIQUES
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ULTRASOUND
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THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
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ELECTRICAL MUSCLE STIMULATION

CUPPING
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COLD COMPRESSION THERAPY
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ORTHOPEDIC THERAPY
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SOFT TISSUE MOBILIZATION
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JOINT MOBILIZATION
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MANUAL THERAPY
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NEUROMUSCULAR RE-EDUCATION
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MYOFASCIAL RELEASE