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Sprains and Other Soft-Tissue Injuries
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Overview of Sprains and Other Soft-Tissue Injuries
Causes
Symptoms
Complications
Bleeding
Blood vessel damage
Nerve damage
Joint problems
Compartment syndrome
Diagnosis
Description of the injury
Physical examination
Tests
Treatment
Treatment of serious injuries
Pain relief
PRICE
Immobilization
Surgery
Rehabilitation and Prognosis
Achilles Tendon Tears
Causes
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Ankle Sprains
Symptoms
Mild
Moderate to severe
Very severe
Diagnosis
Treatment
Mild sprains
Moderate sprains
Severe sprains
High ankle sprains
Biceps Tendon Tears
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Knee Extensor Injuries
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Knee Sprains and Related Injuries
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Stress testing
Imaging tests
Treatment
Mallet Finger
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Shoulder Sprains
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Thumb Sprains
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment