Treatment for Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains in Ormond Beach, FL
If you think you might have a muscle strain or ligament sprain, entrust your care to the professionals at Halifax Health ExpressCare. We have numerous urgent care clinics throughout Volusia County, Florida—including one in Ormond Beach—and we’re pleased to offer non-emergency treatment for adults and children over the age of two.
What Is a Muscle Strain?
Many people use the terms “strain” and “sprain” interchangeably, but they actually refer to two separate injuries. As its name suggests, a muscle strain occurs when a muscle or tendon (which connects muscle to bone) overstretches or tears. When this happens, it can lead to:
- Pain
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Decreased range of motion
- Muscle cramping
- Muscle spasms
- Muscle weakness
What Is a Ligament Sprain?
A sprain occurs when a ligament (which connects bone to bone) overstretches or tears. Ligament sprains can produce many of the same symptoms as muscle strains, including:
- Pain
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Limited range of motion
If you hear a popping noise at the time of your injury, you likely have a sprain. But ligament sprains typically don’t cause muscle cramping, spasms, or weakness, so if you’re experiencing any of those symptoms, you might have strained a muscle or tendon.
Proudly Offering Extended Hours
At Halifax Health ExpressCare, we understand that injuries don’t always occur during standard business hours. So, to make receiving treatment as easy and convenient as possible for our patients, we operate our Ormond Beach, FL, urgent care clinic during extended hours. Check in online or walk in at the time that’s best for you, and one of our experienced providers will diagnose what’s causing your symptoms—whether that’s a muscle strain, a ligament sprain, or another injury entirely—and develop a treatment plan that’s customized to your specific needs.
