Torn muscle bundle

A torn muscle bundle not only affects a single muscle fiber, but all muscle fibers that make up a muscle bundle. The pain is correspondingly greater for those affected, which can be extremely strong, stabbing and pulling. A torn muscle bundle occurs especially when the muscle is overstrained to a great extent.

This often happens in sports, when previous illnesses are already present or when the muscle has not been stretched or warmed up sufficiently. Even with a torn muscle fibre, quick treatment is essential. In the case of a muscle bundle rupture, this is even more important in order to prevent permanent consequential damage to the muscle.

In addition to the pain, a rupture of a muscle bundle often results in restricted movement, swelling, severe pain under pressure and, in rare cases, nervous failure. The PECH rule also applies in the case of a torn muscle bundle and the person affected should give the muscle enough time to heal. In uncomplicated cases, the muscle is then fully resilient again after 5-10 weeks.

However, if the muscle does not heal or heals very slowly, surgery may be necessary to sew the muscle fibre bundles back together again. In the rehabilitation process, physiotherapy can be a good supporting measure to bring the muscle back to its normal movement and full resilience. The following articles may also be of interest to you:

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Muscle Strain

Muscle strain describes the lightest form of muscle overload. Thigh, calf and back are particularly often affected by pulled muscles. A too fast, careless movement or overstraining causes the muscles to overstretch.

This causes pain for the person affected. These are described as pulling and cramping and feel as if the muscle is tense. As a rule, the sporting activity cannot be continued.

In contrast to a torn muscle fibre, however, tissue damage does not occur when a muscle is pulled. The muscle fiber was only overstretched in its elasticity. The PECH rule is also applied in the case of pulled muscles.

Compared to a torn muscle fiber, however, a torn muscle heals after only 5-7 days, if the gentle phase is followed. In the case of professional athletes, it is possible that the treating physician will prescribe additional physiotherapy to get the affected person back on his feet even faster. A muscle strain can become problematic if the affected person continues to do sports despite the injury and thus strains and irritates the damaged muscle even more. In this case, a rupture of the muscle fibre can easily occur, which requires a longer period of rest and treatment. You can find comprehensive information on this topic in the article Muscle strain.