Sprains and strains Flashcards
1
Q
What is a strain?
A
Stretch or tear to a muscle
2
Q
What is a sprain?
A
Stretch or tear to a ligament
3
Q
What is a grade 1?
A
Minimal impairment, 25% of fibres affected, microscopic tears to collagen fibres
4
Q
What is the recovery for grade 1?
A
2-4weeks, stretching/ strengthening exercises, no cast or splint
5
Q
What is a grade 2?
A
Moderate impairment, 25-50% of fibres affected, complete tears to some not all of fibres
6
Q
What is the recovery for grade 2?
A
6-8weeks, splint, physiotherapy rom
7
Q
What is a grade 3?
A
Severe impairment, over 50% fibres affected, complete rupture of ligament/muscle
8
Q
What is the recovery for grade 3?
A
12+ weeks, physio and rehab - possible surgical reconstruction
