172. Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture: Recognition, Assessment, and Treatment for PTs

Send us Fan MailHost Kasey introduces PT Snacks, a bite-size podcast for physical therapists and students, and covers distal biceps tendon ruptures. The episode reviews relevant anatomy, typical injury mechanism, classic symptoms, and common risk factors and patient profile. Kasey outlines key differentials, exam findings and tests, imaging options, and treatment pathways, emphasizing that timely recognition improves surgical outcomes.00:00 Welcome to PT Snacks00:18 Episode Overview01:14 What the Rupture Is01:44 Mechanism and Symptoms02:29 Anatomy Refresher03:37 Risk Factors and Who Gets It05:13 Patient Story and Red Flags06:13 Differential Diagnosis07:02 Exam Tests and Imaging08:05 Treatment Options08:48 Surgery and Rehab Timeline09:35 Key Takeaways and OutroNeed CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You’ll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showStudying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they’ve helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount.Stay Connected!Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to [email protected] the email list HERESupport the Show:Share the episode with someone who'd benefit.Contributing directly to the "support" link.Thanks for tuning in—your support makes this all possible!