How to treat sprains and damage to tendons and ligaments.

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The accidental tearing or stretching of a tendon or ligament (tissues that connect bones at the joint) causes sprains. The signs and symptoms are pain, swelling, tenderness, and discoloration (black and blue).  You may feel a pop or tear when a sprain occurs. When treating sprains, you should follow the letters in RICE as defined…

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