A muscle sprain and strain are both types of injuries that affect the muscles, but they occur in different ways and affect different parts of the muscle. A muscle sprain occurs when a ligament, which connects one bone to another, is stretched or torn. This typically happens due to a sudden twist or impact. On the other hand, a muscle strain occurs when the muscle itself or the tendons, which connect muscles to bones, are overstretched or torn. Muscle strains usually result from overuse, improper use, or repetitive motions that cause stress on the muscle. Both injuries can cause pain, swelling, and limited movement, but they occur in different areas of the musculoskeletal system.
