• What is a muscle pull or strain?

Muscles are made of fibers, which contract to create motion. If strained during this contraction, muscle fibers can pull or tear. Read on>>

• What are the symptoms of a pulled muscle?

Often muscle pulls are accompanied by swelling, which in turn causes pain. The pain can range from mild to severe, depending on certain factors. Read on>>

• How can you assess the severity of a muscle pull?

Severity is typically a function of pain and the number of times you have injured the same muscle group. Read on>>

• What are effective ways of treating a pulled muscle?

Although the most common method, we don’t always recommend R.I.C.E. for the following reasons… Read on>>

• How does a pulled muscle heal?

First and foremost, the body requires proper circulation for full recovery. If circulation is impaired, the healing process is hindered significantly. Read on>>

• What are some tips for muscle injury prevention?

Prevention is a function of balance. It is not good enough to focus on flexibility or strength in a few main muscle groups. Read on>>