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Sprains and Strains : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • muscle injury
  • Ligament injury

Causes Overview Articles

Sprains and Strains
These sprains are characterized by obvious swelling, extensive bruising, pain, difficulty bearing weight, and reduced function of the joint.Grade III, or third degree, sprains are caused by complete tearing of the ligament where there is severe pa...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Sprains & Strains
Grade I sprains and strains are usually self-diagnosed. Grade II and III sprains are often seen by a physician, who may x ray the area to differentiate between a sprain and other serious joint injuries.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Sprains and Strains
Both sprains and strains are due to increased demand or large stresses placed on the involved structures, i. e.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Sprains and Strains
Any unfamiliar activity that stresses a muscle or joint may cause a strain or sprain. Heavy lifting, falls, and playing a sport without warming up or conditioning are common causes.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health

Specific Causes Articles

Ligament Injuries to the Knee
Detailed information on the most common ligament injuries to the knee There are four major ligaments in the knee. Ligaments are elastic bands of tissue that connect bones to each other and provide stability and strength to the joint. The four main ligaments in the knee connect the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shin bone), and include the following:
Source:StayWell
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