
20/06/2025
💥 Strain vs Sprain – Know the Difference!
📌 These terms are often used interchangeably — but they involve different tissues, symptoms, and rehab protocols.
Let’s break it down 👇
🔸 STRAIN = Muscle or Tendon Injury
🧠 Usually caused by:
• Overstretching
• Sudden contraction
• Heavy lifting 💪
📍 Common sites:
Hamstring, quadriceps, calf, rotator cuff
🧪 Grades:
• Grade I: mild stretch
• Grade II: partial tear
• Grade III: complete rupture
🧬 Key Symptoms:
✅ Local pain with movement
✅ Muscle weakness
✅ Swelling, limited range of motion
🔹 SPRAIN = Ligament Injury
🧠 Usually caused by:
• Sudden twist or trauma
• Joint overstretch (e.g., ankle roll) 🦶
📍 Common sites:
Ankle, knee (ACL), wrist
🧪 Grades:
• Grade I: microtears
• Grade II: partial tear
• Grade III: full rupture
🧬 Key Symptoms:
✅ Joint instability
✅ Swelling & bruising
✅ Difficulty weight bearing
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