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Sprain vs. Strain
Injuries suck! But it does help to know the name of your enemy and the difference between a strain and a sprain.
- Strain: A strain involves injury to a muscle or a tendon, which attach muscles to bones.
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Prevent Sprains with the Ankle Alphabet
Walking through rough neighborhoods can be hard on your ankles, and by rough I mean those neighborhoods with uneven sidewalks (tree roots can do a doozy to concrete) and streets littered with unexpected potholes. These sidewalk anomalies catch you unawares and suddenly your ankle twists, turns or rolls in a direction it just really shouldn't and you end up with a slight sprain. It might be just a little ache, but if it is enough to make you choose the couch over the track - you have got to prevent that right?
For Minor Bumps and Bruises Use R.I.C.E.
Accidents happen, they just do. If something serious has happened to you, then you should definitely see a doctor. For minor injuries (bumps, sprains, etc), say you rolled your ankle while getting off the treadmill (don't laugh, it's been done), use the RICE program to whip yourself back into shape:
- Rest: Take a break for a day or two to let the injured area rest and recover.
Sprains and strains
Overview- Signs and Symptoms
- What Causes It?
- What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
- Treatment Options
- Following Up
- Special Considerations
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Ankle sprain - series
Back Overview- Normal anatomy
- Type I ankle sprain
- Type II ankle sprain
- Type III ankle sprain
Sprains
Overview- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Causes
- Symptoms
- First Aid
- Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if
- Prevention
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Sprained ankle
Back HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M A sprain is caused by the twisting or bending of a joint into a position it was not designed to move. The ankle is the most commonly sprained joint. Some common symptoms of a sprain are pain around the joint, swelling, and bruising.Ankle sprain
Back HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M An ankle sprain is a common injury to the ankle. The most common way the ankle is injured is when the ankle is twisted inward (inversion injury). With this injury, ligaments that support the ankle can be torn which lead to swelling, inflammation, and bruising around the ankle.Ankle sprain swelling
Back HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Mild to severe swelling and bruising can accompany a sprain to the ankle. Bruising usually indicates tearing of ligament tissue and a more severe sprain. Review Date: 5/6/2007 Reviewed By: Thomas N.How Do You Handle a Fitness-Related Injury?
Whether you pull a muscle at yoga or sprain an ankle while running, getting injured during a workout is no fun. It's painful and can often lead to a period of downtime. For some, the idea of putting their workout schedule on hold is out of the question.
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