A sprain is damage to a ligament, the tissue that connects bone to bone. A strain is an injury to a muscle tendon, the tissue that connects muscle to bone. Watch where you walk. Move objects that clutter walkways, such as boxes or extension cords, and be on the lookout for wet or icy areas. If you sit in the same position at your desk all day, you can put tension on your ligaments - stretching warms your muscles.
Stress can cause muscles to tense and can cause distraction - both increase the risk of injury.
Some ways to reduce stress include exercising, deep breathing, and reading. Ask for help with moving, lifting, etc. Bill Kuntz is the third winner of the annual Zeller Award for Support Staff Excellence. For the past five years, he has combined his skills in landscaping, horticulture, and equipment operation with his ability to lead his labor crew in maintaining the campus. He's a quiet, conscientious worker with a fun sense of humor.