Distal

A distal biceps rupture occurs when the tendon attaching the biceps muscle to the elbow is torn from the bone. This injury occurs mainly in middle-aged men during heavy work or lifting. A distal biceps rupture is rare compared to ruptures where the top of the biceps connects at the shoulder. Distal biceps ruptures make up only three percent of all biceps tendon ruptures.

This guide will help you understand:

• what parts of the elbow are affected
• the causes of distal biceps rupture
• ways to treat this problem

• Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Compression at the Elbow)
• Elbow anatomy
• Golfer’s Elbow – Medial Epicondylitis
• Interposition Arthroplasty of the Elbow
• Olecranon Bursitis
• Osteoarthritis of the Elbow
• Radial Tunnel Syndrome
• Tennis Elbow – Lateral Epicondylitis