title: Triceps brachii injuries.
abstract: Triceps brachii injuries are uncommon, resulting from indirect or direct trauma generally associated with an eccentric contraction. The tendo-osseous junction is the most common location. An extensor lag and palpable gap are diagnostic of complete rupture. Diminished extension strength against resistance implies a partial triceps rupture. A radiograph must be obtained as triceps ruptures are associated with olecranon or radial head fractures. A lateral radiograph may reveal an avulsion or 'flake' fracture. Early surgical repair of complete tendon ruptures is recommended. Surgical results are generally excellent.
authors: Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois.
authors: P D
authors: PD
authors: Holleb
authors: B R
authors: BR
authors: Bach
mesh_terms: D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009132:Muscles / Q000293:injuries*