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Common Elbow and Forearm Strains and Sprains Quiz

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What is a common symptom of distal biceps tendonitis?

Pain along the proximal portion of the biceps tendon

Tenderness at the distal portion of the biceps tendon and radial tuberosity (correct)

Swelling over the triceps muscle belly

Increased pain with resisted elbow extension and pronation

What is a typical cause of distal biceps tendon tear?

Inadequate wrist extension

Overuse of triceps muscle

Sudden forceful elbow flexion

Age-related degeneration (correct)

What do clients with partial and complete distal biceps tendon tear often report experiencing?

A sensation of numbness in the elbow

Gradual onset of pain

Relief with elbow flexion and pronation

Sudden 'pop' or tearing sensation over the cubital fossa (correct)

What is a distinguishing feature of partial tears of the distal biceps?

Pain worsened by active supination Signup and view all the answers

Which movement typically exacerbates pain in individuals with distal biceps tendinitis?

Elbow extension and supination Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of tears occurring in the overall biceps region are accounted for by distal biceps tendon tear?

3% Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment approach for proximal biceps tendon lesions?

Rest and conservative care for gradual symptom resolution Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging modality is typically needed to confirm distal biceps tendinopathy?

Ultrasound and/or MRI Signup and view all the answers

What clinical presentation may be expected in a client with a proximal biceps tendon injury?

Risk to shoulder joint structures like capsule and rotator cuff Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of physiotherapy treatment for distal biceps tendon tears?

Minimize strain on the healing tendon Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mechanism of injury for proximal biceps tendon lesions?

Repeated forceful elbow extension Signup and view all the answers

Why is surgical treatment generally not indicated for tendinitis and tendinopathy?

Conservative care usually results in symptom resolution Signup and view all the answers

What are some activities that should be avoided during post-operative physiotherapy for distal biceps tendon tears?

Repetitive terminal pronation activities Signup and view all the answers

Why is referral to an orthopedic surgeon necessary for all distal biceps tendon tears?

'Differentiating the level of tear is often difficult' Signup and view all the answers

'Activity modification and load management advice are required' primarily to:

'Optimize tendon load capacity' Signup and view all the answers

'Rest and bracing to reduce swelling and assist early recovery of ROM' are recommended mainly for:

'Assisting early recovery of range of motion' Signup and view all the answers