Question

what is the correct definiton of a sprain?
a. when the two bones that come together to form a joint become separated.
b. an injury to either a muscle or the tissue that connects muscle to bone (called a tendon).
c. intense pain and irritation along the tibia, or shin bone.
d. a stretching or tearing of a ligament.

Explanation:

• Option A describes a dislocation, not a sprain.
• Option B defines a strain (muscle or tendon injury), not a sprain.
• Option C refers to shin - splints (tibia pain/irritation), not a sprain.
• Option D correctly defines a sprain as a stretching or tearing of a ligament (ligaments connect bones to other bones at joints).

Answer:

D. A stretching or tearing of a ligament.