## Overview Strain of the long head of the triceps occurs from overload during landing from jumps or intense collected work. It produces acute forelimb lameness, swelling behind the shoulder, pain on palpation of the caudal arm, and reluctance to fully extend the elbow. A dropped-elbow appearance can occur with more severe injury. ## Causes Acute overload of the primary elbow extensor. ## Diagnosis Palpation, ultrasound of the triceps, and lameness examination. Radiographs rule out fracture. ## Treatment Rest, anti-inflammatories, and controlled rehabilitation. Severe tears require longer recovery. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good for most strains. Complete rupture is uncommon and has a more guarded outlook. ## Prevention Progressive conditioning for jumping and collected work.
acute forelimb lameness after jumping; swelling behind the shoulder; pain on caudal arm palpation; reluctance to extend the elbow
## Overview Strain of the long head of the triceps occurs from overload during landing from jumps or intense collected work. It produces acute forelimb lameness, swelling behind the shoulder, pain on palpation of the caudal arm, and reluctance to fully extend the elbow. A dropped-elbow appearance can occur with more severe injury. ## Causes Acute overload of the primary elbow extensor. ## Diagnosis Palpation, ultrasound of the triceps, and lameness examination. Radiographs rule out fracture. ## Treatment Rest, anti-inflammatories, and controlled rehabilitation. Severe tears require longer recovery. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good for most strains. Complete rupture is uncommon and has a more guarded outlook. ## Prevention Progressive conditioning for jumping and collected work.
acute forelimb lameness after jumping; swelling behind the shoulder; pain on caudal arm palpation; reluctance to extend the elbow