Elbow Disorders
A 45-year-old male weightlifter experiences sudden sharp pain in the antecubital fossa while performing a heavy bicep curl. He reports a "pop" followed by weakness. Examination reveals bruising, a palpable defect in the antecubital fossa, and an abnormal bicep contour. He is concerned about his elbow function. Regarding distal biceps tendon rupture:
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Distal biceps rupture typically occurs in males aged 40-60 years, often during eccentric loading; ri...
Clinical diagnosis includes reverse Popeye sign (proximal migration of muscle belly), positive hook ...
Non-operative treatment gives equal functional results to surgery; supination strength is preserved ...
Surgical repair is recommended for active patients to restore supination and flexion strength; singl...
Complications include heterotopic ossification (more common with double-incision), posterior interos...
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