Question

A sprain is defined as

• A. ( \text{Acute pain in bone} ) \
• B. ( \text{Ligament tear} ) \
• C. ( \text{Muscle tear} ) \
• D. ( \text{Tendon tear} ) \

Hint:

A useful mnemonic to distinguish between sprain and strain:

• Sprain}: 'L' for Ligament}.
• Strain}: 'T' for Tendon} (and Muscle).

Both involve tears or stretching, but they affect different connective tissues.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In medical terminology, a sprain and a strain are distinct types of injuries, although they are often confused.

• A sprain is an injury to a ligament. Ligaments are strong, fibrous bands of tissue that connect bones to other bones, stabilizing joints. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn, often due to a sudden twist or force that pushes a joint beyond its normal range of motion. Common sprains occur in the ankle, knee, and wrist.
• A strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon. Tendons are fibrous cords that connect muscles to bones. A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is stretched or torn, often due to overstretching or overexertion.

Given the options:

• (A) Acute pain in bone could be due to a fracture, bruise, or other bone injury, but not specifically a sprain.
• (B) A ligament tear is the precise definition of a sprain.
• (C) A muscle tear is a strain.
• (D) A tendon tear is also a strain.

Therefore, a sprain is defined as a ligament tear.