02/11/2026
Hamstring injuries (HSI) can be quite painful & debilitating for athletes
The HS controls both hip and knee movements, activity as a stabilizer and mobilizer depending on the activity
HSI located in the middle third of the muscle belly are often severely painful and cause a large hematoma, yet most Athletes return to desired performance
within one month
Partial ruptures of the proximal hamstrings tendons often initially appear to be minor injuries; they are less painful and their onset is less dramatic. However, these injuries generally take far longer to recover – often up to 10 weeks
Early diagnosis and modified loading is important to maintain tissue integrity- light cycling, isometric & eccentric contractions support neurological inputs & help pump fluid (swelling) out
I usually start patients on the exercises described in the final 2 slides
