What is muscle pain / strain and what causes it?

Muscle pain and strains are injuries to the muscles or tendons when they are overstretched or torn.

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What are some symptoms of muscle pain / strain?

• Pain or tenderness

• Redness or bruising

• Swelling

• Muscle spasms or weakness

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How to treat muscle pain / strain?

R - REST the muscle

I - ICE the muscle

C - Wear COMPRESSION clothing to reduce swelling

E - ELEVATE the muscle to improve circulation

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How to prevent muscle pain / strain?

Refrain from any strenuous activities and leave ample time to rest between active activities.