Strain (injury)

A strain is an acute soft tissue injury that occurs to a muscle. The equivalent injury to a ligament is a sprain. A strain is tearing of some of the muscle fibers.

Strains most commonly occur in the foot, leg, or back.
Initial treatment typically includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE).

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