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(S46.3) Injury of muscle and tendon of triceps
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1 282 392 in individuals diagnosis injury of muscle and tendon of triceps confirmed
Diagnosis injury of muscle and tendon of triceps is diagnosed Men are 52.62% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of muscle and tendon of triceps
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of muscle and tendon of triceps
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of muscle and tendon of triceps - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+
Disease Features injury of muscle and tendon of triceps
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of muscle and tendon of triceps - what does this mean
The triceps muscle and tendon can become injured due to a direct blow or a sudden, forceful contraction of the muscle. this can cause a strain or tear of the muscle or tendon, resulting in pain, swelling, and reduced range of motion in the affected area.
What happens during the disease - injury of muscle and tendon of triceps
The injury of muscle and tendon of triceps is usually caused by a direct blow or overstretching of the muscle and tendon. this can occur during physical activities such as sports, weightlifting, or even everyday activities. the direct trauma can cause tearing of the muscle fibers and tendons, resulting in inflammation, pain, and decreased range of motion. without proper treatment, the injury can lead to long-term muscle and tendon damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray
- Ultrasound scan
- MRI scan
- CT scan
- Electromyography (EMG)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Reduce pain and inflammation, and restore range of motion and strength in the triceps.
- Rest the affected muscle and tendon
- Ice the affected area
- Compression with an elastic bandage
- Elevation of the affected area
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce pain and inflammation
- Physical therapy to restore range of motion and strength
- Ultrasound therapy to reduce inflammation and pain
- Corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation
- Surgery to repair the tendon or muscle
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
29 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Injury of muscle and tendon of triceps - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the muscle and tendon of the triceps is to practice proper form and technique when engaging in activities that involve the triceps, such as weight lifting or sports. additionally, it is important to properly warm up and cool down when engaging in physical activity, as well as to get adequate rest and nutrition. finally, it is important to listen to your body and stop any activity if you experience pain or discomfort in the triceps area.