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Sprains and Strains : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • Ligament injury
  • muscle injury

Causes Overview Articles

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. Since muscles don't show up on x ray, Grade ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Sprains and Strains
There are three grades of sprains. Grade I sprains are mild injuries where there is no tearing of the ligament, and no joint function is lost, although there may be tenderness and slight swelling. Grade II sprains are caused by a partial tear in t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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. There are three grades of sprains. Grade I sprains are mild injur...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Sprains and Strains
Both sprains and strains are due to increased demand or large stresses placed on the involved structures, i.e., ligament, muscle, or tendon.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
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