Common Muscle Injuries and How They Heal

How did returning to play too soon worsen Ryan's hamstring strain?

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What role did scar tissue play in prolonging Ryan’s recovery period?

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Which of the following injuries involves tearing of ligaments rather than muscle fibers?

• Strain

• Sprain

• Contusion

• Tendinopathy

One significant sign of a complete muscle tear could be:

• Mild soreness that fades quickly

• A noticeable gap in the muscle belly

• Slight discoloration with no functional loss

• Very little swelling or bruising

During which phase of muscle healing do satellite cells help rebuild damaged tissue?

• Degenerative phase

• Remodeling phase

• Inflammatory phase

• Proliferation phase

Match each term to its description

• Inflammatory phase

• Structured approach to rehabilitation and strengthening

• RICE method

• Less flexible tissue that can form during muscle repair

• MRI

• Rest, ice, compression, elevation

• Scar tissue

• Imaging method often used to diagnose muscle tears

• Physical therapy

• Immune response clearing damaged cells post-injury

___________ is a direct impact injury causing bleeding within the muscle tissue

Severe muscle injuries can lead to the formation of ___________, which may limit flexibility.

Strains often occur when muscle fibers are ___________ beyond their capacity.

Why is gradual rehabilitation important following a moderate or severe muscle strain?

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