Sprains and Strains - Prevention

To avoid getting sprains and strains, you should: 
- Stretch before exercising 
- Wear shoes that fit properly 
- Use  protective equipment when playing sports 

References 
1. Wright, Eric. APhA Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: Chapter 7 Musculoskeletal Injuries and Disorders. 16th Edition, Washington DC: American Pharmacists Association, 2009. 
2. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Sprains and Strains: What’s the Difference? October 2007. Available at: http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=A00111. Last accessed September 19, 2011. 
3. National Institutes of Health- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Fast Facts about Sprains and Strains. Available at: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Sprains_Strains/sprains_and_strains_ff.asp. Last accessed September 19, 2011. 
4. Vorvick, Linda and David Zieve. Ankle Sprain. May 1, 2011. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/presentations/100209_1.htm. Last accessed September 19, 2011.
5. Vorvick, Linda and David Zieve. Early treatment of injury. May 1, 2011. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8845.htm. Last accessed September 19, 2011. 
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7. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Sprains and Strains. October 17, 2009. Available at: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sprains-and-strains/DS00343. Last accessed September 19, 2011. 

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