Strain
A strain is a stretch or tear in a muscle.
Symptoms
The symptoms of a muscle strain may range from mild to severe depending on the grade of injury. Strains are commonly experienced in the back, neck, knee, wrist, and ankle. You may experience:
- Pain or tenderness.
- Swelling, inflammation and soreness.
- Heaviness and weakness.
- Redness, discoloration and bruising.
- Restricted range of motion.
- Inability to bear weight.
Causes
Sudden or unusual twisting movements and falls can lead to muscle strain. Some causes include:
- Losing balance and falling abruptly.
- Slip disc.
- Trauma, accidents, or repetitive overuse.
- Heavy weight lifting in a wrong posture.
Diagnosis
The doctor will clinically assess sensation, range of motion, tenderness, and muscle power. Tests include:
- X-ray
- MRI
- CT scan
- Ultrasonography
Treatment
At Spine Science & Beyond, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression has successfully treated thousands of patients suffering from various spinal issues without surgery, medications, injections or exercises. Benefits include:
- Works on the root cause.
- Treatment with zero side effects.
- Reduces intradiscal pressure and helps the disc return to its normal state through a natural process, freeing the pressed nerve.
- Improves blood circulation and promotes natural healing.
- Reduces pain and relieves nerve compression.
- Improves disc quality and height.
