Conditions We Treat
Sprains & Strains
Do you have a Sprain or Strain? We can help you with expert treatment and advice.
Sprains & Strains: What’s the Difference
What is a sprain?
A sprain is a stretch and/or tear of a ligament, the fibrous band of connective tissue that joins the end of one bone with another. Ligaments stabilize and support the body’s joints. For example, ligaments in the knee connect the upper leg with the lower leg, enabling people to walk and run. Sprains happen most often in the ankle, and are more likely if you’ve had a previous sprain there. Repeated sprains can lead to ankle arthritis, a loose ankle or tendon injury.


