Runners and athletes alike are susceptible to leg injuries. A partial tearing of the fibers within the iliotibial band is considered a ____________ type of injury.
check a. strain
b. bisection
c. rupture
d. sprain
Explanation: A strain refers to a tearing of fibers within a muscle and or tendon. A partial tear or fraying will allow for a limited functionality of the muscle although with pain, swelling and tenderness. Strains occur most commonly in the appendages of the body in either acute or chronic stages. A complete tear can occur in the tendon and is known as a ruptured tendon, which will render the muscle useless until it is reattached. A tip to remembering that a strain relates to a tendon is that they both contain the letter T.