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What is a Sprain

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The definition of a sprain is a painful injury to a joint caused by a sudden wrenching of its ligaments. ChaCha Away!

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Description: a painful injury to a joint caused by a sudden wrenching of its ligaments

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Sprain: a violent straining or wrenching of the parts around a joint, without dislocation.

A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments.

Mar 27 2009, 04:17pm | Source: Sprains and strains - MayoClinic.com | www.mayoclinic.com

A sprain is an injury to a ligament that results from overuse or trauma. They occur when there is a stretch or tear in a ligament.

A sprain can result from a fall, a sudden twist, or a blow to the body that forces a joint out of its normal position. MORE?

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