title: Biceps and Triceps Ruptures in Athletes.
abstract: Although rare, biceps and triceps tendon ruptures constitute significant injuries that can lead to profound disability if left untreated, especially in the athletic population. Biceps rupture is more common than triceps rupture, with both resulting from a forceful eccentric load. Surgical repair is the treatment method of choice for tendinous ruptures in athletes. Nonoperative management is rarely indicated in this population and is typically reserved for individuals with partial ruptures that quickly regain strength and function. Surgical anatomy, evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management of these injuries are covered in this article.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2098 South Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103-5827, USA.
authors.forename: Jared R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Thomas
authors.affiliation: Hand and Upper Extremity, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2098 South Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103-5827, USA. Electronic address: jeflawto@med.umich.edu.
authors.forename: Jeffrey Nathan
authors.initials: JN
authors.lastname: Lawton
mesh_terms: D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D056352:Athletes; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000293:injuries*; D012421:Rupture / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*
keywords: Athletes elbow; Distal biceps tendon rupture; Tendon injuries; Triceps tendon rupture