A Sprain is a stretch and/or tear of ligament. A sprain is caused by direct or indirect trauma. If overstretched it can rupture the supporting ligaments. A ligament is the fibrous band of connective tissue that joins the ends two bones together.
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A Sprain is a stretch and/or tear of ligament. A sprain is caused by direct or indirect trauma. If overstretched it can rupture the supporting ligaments. A ligament is the fibrous band of connective tissue that joins the ends two bones together.
This injury typically occurs when an individual falls and lands on an outstretched arm, the side of the foot or runs on an uneven surface. Symptoms of a sprain include: pain, bruising, swelling, and inflammation. - Strain
A Strain is an injury of a muscle or tendon. Tendons are fibrous cords of tissue that attach muscles to bone. Chronic strains are the result of prolonged, repetitive movements of muscles and tendons. Insufficient breaks during intensive training oftentimes lead to a strain. Symptoms of a strain include pain, muscle spasm, muscle weakness, swelling, inflammation, and cramping. In severe strains, the muscle and/or tendon are partially or completely ruptured, often incapacitating the individual.
