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Triceps tear is caused by an injury and rapture to the muscles and tendons of the upper arm, that run from behind the elbow to behind the shoulder. This part is known as triceps brachii<\/em> and consists of three muscles which are:<\/p>\n These muscles connect to a tendon that is in the proximal surface of the olecranon<\/em> (the part of the elbow that pokes\/points out. Triceps tears occur in the tendon and can form partial or complete tears.<\/p>\n Triceps tear can occur as a result of:<\/p>\n Some of the common signs and symptoms of Triceps tear include:<\/p>\n During a visit for a diagnosis, a physical examination of the upper extremity will be done whereby the patient will be placed in a prone position (lying with the chest with the back positioned upwards). The elbow will then be flexed at ninety degrees as the upper arm is supported and the forearm hanging free.<\/p>\n A partial tear is identified by the weakness of the arm and inability to outstretch the elbow against gravity, while a complete tear is identified by the inability of the elbow to outstretch against or resist gravity over the head.<\/p>\n A test known as fall down triceps test<\/strong> is done to assess the inability of the forearm to extend against gravity. This test is done by an insertion in the triceps tendon tear, whereby the patient is instructed to stand straight with the shoulders at ninety degrees and the forearm held out, then dropped again. When the triceps tendon is completely torn the forearm drops at ninety degrees while if the tear is partial the forearm can drop at forty degrees.<\/p>\n The goal of imaging tests for the upper extremity of the triceps tear is to identify if there is a partial or complete tear. Partial tear is identified by intramuscular, olecranon insertion or myotendinous junction. These tests also show the amount of tendon damaged as well as any other injuries other than the tear.<\/p>\n These tests are done using x-ray performed in lateral\/antero-posterior view, a CT scan to assist in diagnosing if there is a fracture of the olecranon and other tears, and an MRI to show the degree of the tear.<\/p>\n Surgery is usually recommended for repairing a complete triceps tear that cannot be treated with non-surgical options. The procedure is performed to regain mobility of the limb. The techniques involved in treating the tear include:<\/p>\n Individuals who have serious comorbidities or a functional disability with partial tear can be treated with non-surgical options. The therapeutic treatment is categorized in various phases, which include:<\/p>\n Splinting after triceps surgery: <\/em><\/strong>After surgery the elbow is deactivated by a long arm splint whereby its placed at a forty-five-degree flexion position<\/em> with the wrist supported too.<\/p>\n Hinged splint<\/strong>: Another method of regaining arm flexion is through the use of a hinged splint which blocks elbow flexion but aids in its extension. The splint is locked in one position to avoid elbow extension so that there is no reoccurring tear. This is mostly used by patients who are not active in exercise and can achieve a passive or active elbow flexion.<\/p>\n Therapy: <\/em><\/strong>Besides having splints, therapeutic applications of extracellular matrix (ECM) is recommended after ten to fourteen days post-surgery to slowly regain the range of motion. The aim of ECM therapy is for the reduction of pain and swelling due to fluid buildup known as edema.<\/p>\n ECM therapy involves exercises such as:<\/p>\n The flexion is increased with the regain of range of motion with exercises such as:<\/p>\n In this phase the patient starts to undertake contraction of the triceps six weeks after the surgical procedure. The active motion is gained by extension of the elbow against gravity. The techniques used include:<\/p>\n This phase is done to strengthen the range of motion and is performed after approximately twelve weeks post-surgery when the tendon has healed. The passive and active range of motion should be equal.<\/p>\n The exercises for strengthening the muscle include:<\/p>\n Other therapeutic applications include:<\/p>\n Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons at King\u2019s have extensive knowledge of the full range of shoulder disorders and will help you find the ideal medical solution for your condition. 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Causes of a Triceps Tear<\/h4>\n
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Symptoms of Triceps Tear<\/h4>\n
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Diagnosing Triceps Tear<\/h4>\n
Physical Examination<\/h5>\n
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Treatment Options and Care for Triceps Tear<\/h4>\n
Surgery<\/h5>\n
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Non-surgical Treatments<\/h4>\n
Protected Phase<\/h5>\n
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Progressive Motion Phase<\/h4>\n
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Strengthening Phase<\/h4>\n
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