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Muscle Strain

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

AMBULATORY CARE:

A muscle strain

is a twist, pull, or tear of a muscle or tendon. A tendon is a strong elastic tissue that connects a muscle to a bone.

Common symptoms include the following:

Seek immediate care for the following symptoms:

Call your doctor if:

Treatment for a muscle strain

may include any of the following:

Help a muscle strain heal:

Prevent another muscle strain:

Follow up with your doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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