Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances

What are Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances?

Muscle strains are the overstretching of muscles that leads to tearing. They may develop in any muscle but most often occur in the neck, lower back, shoulder, and hamstring. Sprains develop when a tendon or ligament is overstretched and possibly affect joint stability. Muscle imbalances are when one muscle is stronger than its opposing muscle and influences the bodily function and posture.



What causes Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances?

  • Causes of Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances:

    • Sports Injuries
    • Accidents during various mobile and physical activities
    • Genetic Predispositions

What do Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances feel like?

Symptoms of Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances:

  • Soreness
  • Sudden onset of pain
  • Swelling
  • Discoloration or bruising
  • Muscle spasms
  • Weakness
  • Stiffness

How can Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances be managed?

Treatments for Muscle Strains, Sprains, and Imbalances:

  • Rest, ice, elevation
  • NSAIDs
  • Pain reduction using physical agents such as electrical stimulation
  • Ultrasound or laser to manage inflammation
  • Massage
  • Osteopathy
  • Naturopathy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Acupuncture
  • Taping
  • Bracing
  • Strengthening exercises for the knee, hip and core muscles