NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Sprains are a stretch or tear of a ligament, the tissue connecting 2 bones. Ligaments stabilize and support the body’s joints. For example, ligaments in the knee connect the upper leg with the lower leg. This lets you walk and run.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sprains are a stretch and/or tear of a ligament, the tissue connecting 2 bones.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sprains are ligament injuries resulting from wrenching or twisting a joint. Strains are injuries to a muscle or tendon, and are often caused by overuse, force, or stretching.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mild sprain: The affected ligament is stretched, however, the joint is still stable. Moderate sprain: The ligament has been partially torn but has not completely separated from the bone. This causes the joint to be unstable. Severe sprain: The damaged ligament has been completely torn or separated from the bone.

Detailed explanation-5: -Sprains are caused when a joint is forced to move into an unnatural position. For example, “twisting” one’s ankle causes a sprain to the ligaments around the ankle.