APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

PELVIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Injuries to muscles are called ____, and are caused by sudden forceful contractions or overstretching.
A
sprains
B
strains
C
tears
D
fractures
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A muscle cramp is an involuntary contraction of a muscle that occurs suddenly and does not relax. If you have ever experienced a charley horse, you probably still remember the sudden, tight, and intense pain caused by a muscle locked in spasm. Cramps can affect any muscle under your voluntary control (skeletal muscle).

Detailed explanation-2: -Acute strains are caused by stretching or pulling a muscle or tendon. Chronic strains are the result of overuse of muscles and tendons, through prolonged, repetitive movement. Not getting enough rest during intense training can cause a strain.

Detailed explanation-3: -Definition. A strain is when a muscle is stretched too much and tears. It is also called a pulled muscle. A strain is a painful injury. It can be caused by an accident, overusing a muscle, or using a muscle in the wrong way.

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