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Ruptured distal biceps tendon results in reduced strength

Rupture of a distal biceps tendon results in reduced strength, according to new research.

A new study published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery shows that despite substantially hampering elbow flexion and forearm supination strength, ruptures to the distal biceps tendon did not impact on the endurance of remaining, intact musculotendinous units over time.

"Non-operative treatment is rarely recommended, but when selected, rehabilitation should concentrate on improving strength, not endurance," the researchers claimed.

The researchers looked at the isokinetic strength and endurance in elbow flexion and forearm supination of nine patients with an untreated unilateral complete distal biceps tendon rupture.

They found that peak torque in involved limbs for both flexion and supination was lower.

However, no significant differences were found in the fatigue index between involved and uninvolved limbs for flexion.

Meanwhile, recent research published in the journal showed that the Nirschl surgical technique offers excellent results when treating Lateral epicondylitis and does not impact on grip strength.

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