Distal Biceps Tendon Disorders

The distal biceps tendon insertions on the radial tubercle just distal to the raidal head. It supinates the forearm and is a secondary flexor of the elbow.

Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture

Injury can occur from forceful lifting or supination, and causes a sudden pain, which is felt in the antecubital fossa. There is often swelling and bruising. There is usually tenderness over the radial tubercle, in the deep antecubital fossa, and the patient may have pain on resisted elbow flexion and forearm supination.