What's a Strain?
Strain
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Muscles contract and relax (almost like rubber bands) to help your body move. A strain is when a muscle gets stretched too far. It's common for people to strain the muscles in their backs, necks, or legs.

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Say: strane
Muscles contract and relax (almost like rubber bands) to help your body move. A strain is when a muscle gets stretched too far. It's common for people to strain the muscles in their backs, necks, or legs.