Strain v/s Sprain

The Confusing terms for the most of the medicos - Strain and Sprain.

STRAIN - Injury to musculotendinous part is called as Strain

SPRAIN - Injury to ligaments is referred as Sprain.

Have you ever get confused between them. If yes then how would you remember?
Share your insights!

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I was actually confused about the two then i thought strain is nothing since sprains are more common but thanks for the information

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Yes, I used to also.

Then just a trick, i remember it as T in strain stands for tendon:)

Thank you for the information yes it’s sometimes confusing…

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Yes, it creates confusion sometimes but there is a major difference between the two terms.

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Wow, I’ll never forget this. This will help me in future exams. :grin:

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