Medical Library Elbow - Johns Creek Physical Therapy

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.

TREATMENT

Possible Treatments

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

3d Anatomy of the elbow

list of article

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