The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures




The Scope Radio show

Summary: A sprain is an injury to a ligament. A strain is an injury to a muscle. A fracture is an injury to a bone. Why is it important to know the differences? <a href="http://healthcare.utah.edu/fad/mddetail.php?physicianID=u0453693">Dr. Emily Harold</a>, professor of orthopedics at University of Utah Health Care joins <a href="http://healthcare.utah.edu/fad/mddetail.php?physicianID=u0035500">Dr. Tom Miller</a> to discuss the differences in these injuries, how to identify them and what the differences can mean for your treatment and recovery.