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• Fractures/Dislocation Elbow
• Loose Bodies
• Ulnar Nerve Injuries
• Biceps Rupture at the Elbow
• Distal Triceps Rupture
• Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylalgia)
• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylalgia)

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• Treatments
• Goals
• Resources

Distal Triceps Rupture

Sudden forced bending (flexion) while the elbow is being straightened (extended), is a common mechanism. As with biceps rupture, surgical repair is necessary.

Possible Treatments

• Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy 
• Elbow Active Range of Motion 
• Elbow Joint Mobilization 
• Elbow Passive Range of Motion 
• Elbow Resistive Range of Motion 
• Electrotherapeutic Modalities
• Foam Roll Exercise 
• Isometric Exercise 
• Physical Agents
• Soft Tissue Mobilization 

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

Additional Resources

• 3d Anatomy of the elbow

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