Podiatrist - Portland
15 Sewall St
Portland, Maine 04102
207-774-0028
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Which is Which!
If you tear a piece of the tissue (known as a ligament) that connects bones to a joint, you have a sprain. If the ligament was simply over-stretched, it is minor. If the ligament is completely torn, it can be debilitating. An injury to connector tissue that connects a muscle or group of muscles to a bone is considered a strain. Like a sprain, it also may be minor or serious depending on whether it is overstretched or torn. The treatment for the two is essentially the same. The injured area should be immobilized, elevated and iced. Anti-infl ammatories such as ibuprofen are recommended. The podiatrist may want to use a traditional or air cast. In some instances, surgery is necessary.
Hint: With proper care, most sprains and strains will heal without longterm side effects.
We've been specially trained to diagnose the strains, sprains, fractures and other problems that can occur to your feet. Don't rely on home diagnosis to determine what's wrong. Turn instead to the professionals who have had years of traiing and experience treating injuries, conditions, diseases and deformitiesof the feet. New patients are always welcome at 15 Sewall Street, Portland, please call 207-774-0028 for an appointment.