Dr. Jiwu Chen

Dr. Jiwu Chen
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Elbow injury

Does a distal biceps rupture require surgery?

Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen

Doctor’s answer

Young patients, people with high strength demands, or those who need forearm supination strength often require assessment for surgical repair after a complete rupture. Older patients, lower-demand patients, or those with higher surgical risk may consider non-operative care, but elbow flexion and forearm supination strength may remain reduced.

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