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

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Host 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 Snacks

00:18 Episode Overview

01:14 What the Rupture Is

01:44 Mechanism and Symptoms

02:29 Anatomy Refresher

03:37 Risk Factors and Who Gets It

05:13 Patient Story and Red Flags

06:13 Differential Diagnosis

07:02 Exam Tests and Imaging

08:05 Treatment Options

08:48 Surgery and Rehab Timeline

09:35 Key Takeaways and Outro

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