Sprains and strains are a result of minor trauma to muscles, ligaments, and/or tendons. These are recognized by pain, immediate swelling in the area, and may be accompanied by discoloration of the site. Difference between Sprains and Strains A sprain is a stretching or tearing injury to one or more ligaments. The severity depends upon [...]
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Repetitive Strain Injury or RSI describes a group of conditions associated with overuse of soft tissues such as muscles, tendons and nerves. RSI causing pain can affect the upper back, arms, hands, wrists, or fingers. Continuous and prolonged use of a computer keyboard, strumming a guitar, or wielding tools on an assembly line, have all [...]
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