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Sprains and Strains Learning Center

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Sprain refers to damage or tearing of ligaments or a joint capsule. Strain refers to damage or tearing of a muscle.

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Symptoms
There are three grades of sprains. Grade I sprains are mild injuries where there is no tearing of the ligament, and n...
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Causes
There are three grades of sprains. Grade I sprains are mild injuries where there is no tearing of the ligament, and n...
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Tests
Grade I sprains and mild strains are usually self-diagnosed. Grade II and III sprains are often seen by a physician, ...
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Treatments
Grade I sprains and mild strains can be treated at home. Basic first aid for sprains consists of RICE: Rest, Ice for ...
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Available Treatments
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Alternative Therapies
Alternative practitioners endorse RICE and conventional treatments. In addition, nutritional therapists recommend vit...
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Risk Factors
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Complications
Moderate sprains heal within two to four weeks, but it can take months to recover from severe ligament tears. Until r...
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Prevention
Sprains and strains can be prevented by warming-up before exercising, using proper lifting techniques, wearing proper...
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