Additionally, you are less likely to experience bruising or hematomas (blood pockets) with a sprain because ligaments have no blood vessels passing through them. With a strain, bruising and hematomas ...

Injuries to the leg (hip to foot) Injuries to a bone, muscle, joint or ligament Muscle pain caused by too much exercise or work (overuse). Overuse is covered in Leg Pain. Excluded: Toe Injury only.