Sometimes, when extensive force is applied to a joint, the ligaments holding the bones together may be torn or damaged. This torn or damage is often known as sprain. The seriousness of the sprain depends on how badly the ligaments are torn. Although all joints are equally vulnerable to get sprained, but the most frequently injured joints are the ankle, knee, and finger are more vulnerable. On the other hand, Strains are tears in the muscle. A Strain is also known as pulled muscle, and occur because of overexertion or improper lifting techniques.

There’s no specification for Sprains and Strains to happen, as they are very common. Anyone can have them in any age. Childhood is, however, less likely to have sprains than are older people. This is because of the fact that childrens’ ligaments are tighter, and their bones are more apt to break before a ligament tears. Further, people active in sports are highly vulnerable to strains and sprains as compared to less active people. And yes, repeated sprains in the same joint also make the joint less stable and more prone to future sprains.