Strain vs. Sprain

If you have a sprain, it means you've injured a ligament.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In a strain, a muscle or tendon is involved.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A typical sprain occurs when you misstep and land on the side of your foot.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Sprains and strains are treated following the same steps

• True

• False

The back is a common site for strains.

• Not really

• always

• probably

Wearing shoes that fit properly is one way to prevent a sprain or strain.

• TRUE

• FALSE

You should treat a sprain or strain by putting moist heat on it right away.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is a Sprain?

• Muscles are overstretched/torn

• The overstretching/tearing of ligaments

• Complete tears in ligaments

What is a Strain?

• Overstretching/tearing of the shoulder

• Tightness in the shoulder muscles

• Overstretching/tearing of the muscles in the shoulder

The most common site for a sprain is the wrist

• NO, it is the head

• NO, it is the ankle

• NO, it is the foot

• YES!