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By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide to Sports Medicine since 1998

Treating Sprains and Strains

Friday January 2, 2009
If you are starting a new exercise routine for 2009 you might want to brush up on your injury treatment smarts. The most common sports injuries include strains and sprains, so it might be helpful to know the difference as you hit the gym or the ski slopes in 2009.

What is the difference between a sprain and a strain and what is the treatment for each? Learn the difference in severity, symptoms and treatments for sprains and strains, and when you should see a doctor for treatment.

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