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Biceps Palpation Rotation Test

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Biceps Palpation Rotation Test
The biceps rotation test with (a) setup, (b) supination, and (c) pronation positions[1]
  • Biceps Palpation Rotation Test
  • Distal Biceps Tendon Palpation Test
  • Biceps Tendon Rotation Palpation Test
  • Distal Biceps Rotation Test

Purpose

Description

  • The patients arm is resting at their side, elbow flexed to 90 degrees
  • The examiner palpates the radial head proximally and the radial tuberosity distally
  • The examiner maintains a constant pressure on the radial head
  • Passively pronate and supinate the forearm
  • Positive finding
    • Absence of tenderness in supination
    • Presence of tenderness in pronation

Pathology

Evidence

Partial Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture

  • Caputo et al[1]
    • Sensivitity: 97%
    • PPV: 97%

See Also

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Caputo, Vincent, et al. "The utility of the biceps palpation-rotation test in diagnosing partial distal biceps tendon tears." Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 31.8 (2022): 1603-1609.
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John Kiel on 2 January 2026 14:06:51
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