Hamstring Strain

  • Hamstrings: biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus (located on the back of the thigh and are responsible for extending (straightening) the hip and flexing (bending) the knee

  • Hamstring strains commonly occur when muscles are contracting forcefully while lengthening (eccentric contraction) which is seen during late swing phase of sprinting

    Common in sprinters, jumping and contact sports, most common in soccer players 

    • Rapid changes in direction and lifting objects from the ground 

  • Signs/Symptoms

    • Sudden mild to severe pain in posterior thigh, popping or tearing sensation description, swelling and bruising may be a delayed symptom, 

  • Fun Fact: Hamstrings have higher percentage of type II fibers than other muscles → more susceptible to injury 

Hamstring Strain Phase I
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Decrease pain and swelling, increase mobility and flexibility and introduction of light therapeutic exercises in pain free ranges

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Hamstring Strain Phase II
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Neuromuscular Re-Education: Continuation of mobility, and flexibility, progression of therapeutic exercise and introduction of eccentric strengthening

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✓ Body Mechanic Education
✓ Modifications/Tips
All Access - Hamstring Strain
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Get access to all three phases of the program. See descriptions under each individual phase.

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Hamstring Strain Phase III
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Strengthening with Increased Resistance: Progress to return to full participation in daily activities, sports and recreational pursuits

✓ Exercise Videos
✓ Body Mechanic Education
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