Sprains and strains: Signs and symptoms
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Recognizing sprains and strains
Since sprains and strains can be managed relatively simply, it helps to know how to identify this common type of soft tissue injury.1,2
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Signs and symptoms
Both sprains and strains can cause pain, inflammation, and swelling.
- Symptoms of a sprain occur around the affected joint and can include bruising, loss of function, and mechanical instability if severe3
- Symptoms of a strain affect the injured muscle and can include spasm, weakness, and cramping3
- Symptom severity depends on both the severity of the injury and the time since the injury took place — it can take up to 24 hours for bruising and swelling to appear3
Understanding sprains and strains
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Overview of acute back and neck pain
Learn more about acute back and neck pain and meet patients experiencing these types of acute pain.
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Acute back and neck pain
Learn more about acute back and neck pain and how it can be relieved.