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StrainsDefinition A strain is when a muscle becomes overstretched and tears. This painful injury, also called a "pulled muscle," can be caused by an accident, improper use of a muscle, or overuse of a muscle. Causes
Symptoms
First Aid
Call immediately for emergency medical assistance if
Call your doctor if the pain does not go away after several weeks. Prevention
References DeLee JC, Drez, Jr., D, Miller MD, eds. DeLee and Drez’s Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. 2nd Ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders; 2003. Frontera, WR, Silver JK, eds. Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 1st Ed. Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus; 2002. Marx JA, Hockberger RS, Walls RM, eds. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 5th Ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2002. Illustrations
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