Question 1

what are the degrees of sprains and strains?

Accepted Answer

1,2,3: They are rated as 1st, 2nd & 3rd degree depending on the extent of injury.

Question 2

what's the difference between sprains and strains?

Accepted Answer

Ligament vs tendon: In general, strains are injuries to a muscle or tendon. A tendon connects the muscle to bone.  A sprain is an injury to a ligament.  Ligaments connect one bone to another. Both can range from mild (like a stretch with mild injury and pain) to severe (complete tear that might need surgery).  See your doctor if you have severe pain, weakness, instability, swelling or an injury that doesn't heal.

Question 3

are sprains and strains the same thing or different?

Accepted Answer

Different: They are different.

Sprains affect ligaments and connective tissue.

Strains affect muscles.

Question 4

what are home procedures for treating sprains and strains?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest, ice, compression, elevation.

Question 5

what herbs are good for healing sprains and strains?

Accepted Answer

Arnica & Rutin: If you have sprains and strains then you may benefit from using two natural herbal remedies.  Arnica is good for swelling and pain and healing.  It comes at a pill and as a gel to rub on the areas. Rutin is good for bruising.  You can find both at the health food store.  Make sure you check to see if they interact with any of your prescription medications before taking them.

Question 6

is it  safe to see a chiropractic after a bad car wreck with multiple sprains and strains?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Make sure there are no serious structural issues first. X-rays or possible even ct or MRI scans may be needed first.

Question 7

what natural methods can help pain, bruises, sprains and strains from a car wreck?

Accepted Answer

Arnica & Rutin: If you have swelling, bruising and pain then you may benefit from using two natural herbal remedies.  Arnica is good for swelling and pain and healing.  It comes at a pill and as a gel to rub on the areas. Rutin is good for bruising.  You can find both at the health food store.  Make sure you check to see if they interact with any of your prescription medications before taking them.

Question 8

any suggestions on which is worse a strain or a sprain?

Accepted Answer

Don't strain: A strain is injury to a muscle or tendon or both. A sprain is injury to a ligament. Either can be bad. It just depends on the type of injury sustained and your ability to recover.

Question 9

which is worse: a sprain or a strain?

Accepted Answer

Sprain: A sprain is considered worse and there can be more soft tissue damage

Question 10

whats the difference betewn a sprain and strain?

Accepted Answer

Ligament vs. tendon: A sprain is an injury (partial tear/stretch) to a ligament. A ligament connects a bone to a bone. A strain is a similar injury but to a muscle or tendon. A tendon connects a muscle to a bone.

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