What kind of Tricep injury?

I fell back and landed on my bottom with my left arm about 60 degrees to break my fall and once I was down, I just laid back to take it in for a second. My tricep did hurt immediately but when I got home it hurts when I flex it. I also notice that I couldn't fully flex it and that it looks like it moved to a lower position than where it normally is. It's more closer to the elbow now. Please help

[Dr Vinod]

Hello!

Go for an X-ray to detect any bony fractures or injuries.
You have to diagnose if you have a triceps injury or not and for this it is always good to get yourself checked near an orthopedician as examination is required. Normally with a fall you might not have a triceps injury.

You can use ice packs and anti inflammatory drugs to decrease the inflammation.
Use a brace or strap at the lower part of the triceps.
Please note, you should not attempt any exercises if you are still feeling pain from your triceps injury. Also, you should have at least 2 weeks between when the triceps injury occurred and your rehabilitation.

Discuss in detail with your orthopedician.

Take care!