The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures

Update: 2022-12-21

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A sprain is an injury to a ligament. A strain is an injury to a muscle. A fracture is an injury to a bone. Why is it important to know the differences? Emily Harold, MD, professor of orthopedics at University of Utah Health Care, joins Tom Miller, MD, to discuss the differences in these injuries, how to identify them, and what the differences can mean for your treatment and recovery.

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The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures

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The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures

The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures