Hamstring Strain Healing - How Your Body Heals A Hamstring Strain

In this video, Maryke explains what happens inside your muscle when you strain or tear a hamstring, how the body repairs and heals a hamstring strain, and how to use your knowledge of this healing process to design the optimal treatment plan. She also discusses why using anti-inflammatory drugs is not a good idea when you have a hamstring strain.
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[@kingellisje]

After years of hamstring pulls, the latest of which being today! No one has ever explained the healing process like this to me. This makes a ton of sense and is very helpful, thank you!

[@roblane-50yearoldpowerlift18]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on youtube! It explained my healing process better than my PT did :)

[@christopherward5065]

Really useful description. It’s hard to know what’s going on. You helped me understand better and the process of healing makes sense to me now. Brilliant!

[@monkeysee7558]

Although my injury wasn't from sport, I wanted to know the science behind how my muscles will heal. Your explanation was so informative and I now understand better how to move forward. Thank you so much!

[@2009raindrop]

Wow - I have been trying like forever to find this level of detail about the healing process. Thank you!!! These are all great things to keep in mind all during rehab.

[@KG-ch6tm]

Great channel! I found you by this video. Last Thursday I strained my left hamstring on a 15 mile run 9 miles in so had to take it easy for a few miles then was able to run a bit better without too much pain It didn't bother me on the bike 2 days later in fact I rode 76 miles on Sunday and had only minor sensitivity so decided to give it a go today and after 2.3 miles the sort of stinging pain came back now feels pulled again but was able to run on it after an easy couple miles. I love your examples! Makes things easier to understand. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Jay._22]

this actually makes so much sense

[@rpgmanjr]

Excellent explanation - very helpful. Thanks.

[@deven_sh]

Injured my hamstring a month back and have been undergoing physio saw quite a few videos but no one has explained how the body tries to repair and why you should not take an anti-inflammatory. This video is so helpful and really wonderful analogy.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you found it helpful.

[@Theoriginalace-cy4dr]

@@SportsInjuryPhysiois it normal if my hamstring hurts and I hear it keep crack when I move it

[@chicobato]

Thank you very much for this video. I just got my hamstring injured. Seems like 2 week recovery.

[@3500149578x]

Excellent job explaining all of this! BRAVO

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thank you!

[@LukeMarshall93]

Great video, really well explained - thank you!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@fransnutt1175]

Very well explained and helpful. Thanks!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chadcollins6068]

This is incredibly informative. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@nathanielerskine1875]

I have a strain that has affected me for over 18 months now. I stretched and over worked it for over a year, before I started treating it right. The pain is much less than before, but still make it difficult to sleep early in the morning. I am a commercial Fisherman, in great shape otherwise. This is the best video I have seen on this topic so far. Thank you.

[@420inmysystem69]

Do you have full strength now? Hope all is well 🙏

[@car1867]

a strain for 18 months definitely isn’t a strain go too a doctor

[@rainmanj9978]

Nathan I'm in a similar situation please 🙏 reach out to me what did you do to heal it? So you kept working on it while it was hurt? How did you heal it?

[@wisconsinbadger5948]

Probably a tear

[@seamusmccartney5872]

Really appreciate this video, excellent stuff 🤜🤛 very thankful!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@ne7885]

amazing - thank you!

[@bianca684]

This was so helpful

[@157dixon]

Wow packed with good info

[@benjamin4990]

AMAZING instruction, clear as day. Thanks a lot!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Great to hear!

[@lincolnlohann]

Lovely explanation! Thank you so much!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@thewoodchipperr]

Thanks so much for posting this.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@user-yi4zd6gh5h]

Thank you for great explanation. Very useful video!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@PCayMan]

Great video and actually current evidence based medicine discussed!

[@davidnacipucha8470]

Informative and easy to understand video. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@pranjalsharma5611]

Thanks for the information!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@animabstract]

So informative thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@50Something]

Thanks for this! I'm slowly making my way out of this but it's taking so much patience as Spring is here and I just want to start traing for my marathon. Baby steps are required and this video confirms this! Thank you again!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@daninayev]

Ive just started running and this is my first hamstring strain (sounds silly saying it like this) but thank you so much for this, so glad I found this early on my running journey!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@africanroots_kingjoseph]

Wow, you explained my current issues very well. I injured my right lower hamstring a week ago, it's a minor strain, but it is painful. I can do light workouts for now, but I like to avoid stressful exercises until I can strengthen both hamstrings.

[@ninamartinez5596]

You explained really well. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@ktomjr1]

Thank you! That was so well explained.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@johneastham9260]

Brilliant, really informative, thank you!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@CameliaKind]

I've mostly seen people talk about Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation, as well as taking anti-inflammatory drugs. It would never make sense to me why we need to slow down the natural inflammation processes... Thank you for this video, it made so much sense. This lady is so so kind I can feel it even though the screen :)

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@STRAYA.SHORTS]

Very well explained and very helpful information. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mixvideos157]

How are you now brother did you feel better I hope you answer

[@STRAYA.SHORTS]

@@mixvideos157 yep, fully healed brother. Started with slow movements and strengthening opposite muscle and made sure to take it slow

[@appv12]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mm.f262]

Very very Good video. Very rare you get this type of breakdown. As a retired professional athlete with a billion injury experiences.. you're very dead on.

[@MNP208]

I had a severe hamstring tear. My entire posterior leg was black. I’m so happy my MD sent me to PT instead of a surgeon. It was a months long recovery, but that’s in the past now. Wrapping the leg helped the pain tremendously, but I’m not sure if that was a good intervention. Boy did it hurt when I removed the wrap!

[@LoriFoster]

MNP don’t be surprised if it takes 6 months or more. I pulled mine at 43-44 years of age the first time like yours black from my butt down and again at 60. The same leg but this time even with PT it still took 6 months and it’s always threatening me at night 6-7 years later. Could be my age hamstring my recovery! 🤣🥴

[@SuperCityMCFC]

Very clear explanation thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome

[@InfoArtistJKatTheGoodInfoCafe]

Excellent explanation. Thanks.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@DeejayNReal79]

amazing video thanks so much

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are so welcome!

[@cwright91520001]

Just pulled mine today. Thanks for the information very informative

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@dianabustamante3166]

I'm so glad I found you and this page. Finally pin pointed what I have. I overstretched both hamstrings, left partial tear and right hamstring tendonitis confirmed by an MRI. The worse part of this is the awful nerve pain behind my knees and along both legs. Gets worse walking and as day progresses. Im actuvely working but role consist of seated office work, I am walking a bit. Havent started PT or strength training. Honestly a bit afraid. Can you provide me with any tips to relieve the nerve pain and heal ... Thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

The best thing you can do is be honest with the PT you see and tell them that you are worried and a bit afraid. If you feel that they don't listen to you, look for a different one. The one you work with should choose exercises that suit you and go at a pace that make you feel safe and comfortable.

[@gabrielrivasmolina2413]

This video is AWESOME Thank Youuu

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!!

[@superiorsounds1637]

Great info… Thanks.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WishToSightRead]

Thanks, very helpful!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GuitarJiuJitsuSkateboarding]

Just torn mine. Golden information. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@RonVik7]

I have strained the same area of my hams within 6 months. Time to recover properly.

[@Rheisler1475]

Thank you so much! I just reinjured my hamstring yesterday after first injuring it last April, when I Scaled a wall incorrectly during an Obstacle course Run.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best wishes for your recovery!

[@MC-5H0W]

Thank you for the explanation rest is important.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@darcyeliza03]

Excellently explained😊 does anyone know if compression bands will help?

[@chriscollier4823]

You have the most informational videos,I had a tear in my knee cartilage the E.R. kept recommending sleep and anti-inflammatory meds. First of all you can't sleep!!!! with torn cartilage I hardly took any meds just slowly shuffled my feet back and force and used lots of heat 7 weeks later I am now starting to walk again

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@jhoncena1111]

Great explanation. I made the mistake of sprinting a few hours after doing a couple of sets of squats, deadlifts, and lunges. I developed a small tweak on my left hamstring. I pushed through my sprint, then ended the workout. I'm hoping to heal partially within a few days using IFT to speed the healing process. Then I'll switch to longer sprints (800m) to lower my intensity level while still getting relevant training.

[@johngellard1187]

What's IFT?

[@mads2296]

This is exactly the confirmation I needed. I was right 😅😊thanks ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

So glad!

[@lex20xx]

thank u for this video

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@jldp24]

Well explained..i did standing leg curls..felt a pop..was scared shitless as you can imagine..was in pain on the first day..was waiting for the bruising the next morning to check if it was a strain or tear. No bruising thankfully..but going to book a few sessions with the physio to reallign the fibres. Not out of the woods yet..its day 3.

[@around8705]

how are you now?

[@sinanderis]

thank you 💙

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Welcome!

[@dontaefrancis6743]

Just recently got a hamstring strain and recovering now, thank you🙏🏽

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You may also find this video useful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKbTl5ipn9CWfdU

[@user-kk4pw2lo1t]

Thanks,

[@sofiastortigajani4462]

Thank you so much

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome.

[@christinec.2376]

hello physio angel! my question , is it normal that my calf aches now? it seems as the blood travels southward, those areas get a bit sore. is that weird ? thank goodness this posted right on time for me.. it feels so much better, i contemplated jogging a bit again. maybe i should keep with the walking a little longer? thank you for being so wonderful!

[@aliensojourner]

Thanks, again!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@akera300]

Just tore my hamstring playing softball yesterday. I know the recovery will be arduous but if anything I am excited for this new challenge of remodelling myself stronger. Having no choice but to strip away like 70% of the activities I enjoy from my life for at least two months is rather devastating though

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery.

[@africanroots_kingjoseph]

You explained it well. Thank you! Last week I sprained my right hamstring.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@africanroots_kingjoseph]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio, thanks for the kind words.

[@dorjiwangchuk2389]

Thank you soo much

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@georgekaranik]

So interesting 😯🤩🙏

[@rodbrown8306]

Thanks, I'm a runner and trying to come back from a 4 month issue with the left side hamstring. This morning I stopped while doing my local Park Run to save the problem from happening all over again. I'm trying to strengthen by progressive load but I think it starts with my back or left side hip. Great insights, never heard it the way you explain it, thankyou.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery.

[@abdulmohamed5306]

I have exactly the same I take rest but it comes back the pain in the hamstring How do I get rid of it

[@tonka14753]

So useful - Im recovering from a partial hamstring tear from running and only been able to stretch after 2 months - i also get sciatic pain as I think the inflamed muscle must be pressing on the nerve as i get that burning sensation on the outside of the thigh Ive been walking lots which really helps and now about to start cycling.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, the same action that injures the hamstring can also injure the nerve at the same time. I discussed sciatic type pain in this video that is more comprehensive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKbTl5ipn9CWfdU But it sounds as if you've doing a good job so far.

[@thebeanienation548]

I partially tore mine in July 2021. It's February 2022 and I still feel it.

[@racing4fun384]

@@thebeanienation548 same , I got injured the same time as you and I can still feel the sharp pain, did you recover ?

[@dianabustamante3166]

Hi William, I think i have the same thing. I overstretched both hamstrings and have terrible nerve pain especially behind the knees. It's been about 6 weeks now. You mind sharing how you feel and what was your recovery process. Thank you

[@thedesmondlavelle]

Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@CWb2006gl]

I had an acl reconstruction 2009 and hamstring graft. The surgeon said that i must exercise to strengthen the muscles, which i did. In 2020 i started taking medication for a different ailment and all of a sudden i had to stop training and doing HIIT because coffee and water was making me have anaphylaxis, then severe joint and muscle pain. By being immobile and not training, the hamstring became weak again and started to hurt after an anaphylaxis attack. I now keep having pain after every anaphylaxis. My physio said the acl was fine, but i need to strengthen the hamstring as it is very weak. Everytime i do leg curls, it seems to strain the muscle and i need to recover. This explains what the surgeon told me regarding keep training the muscle 🤔

[@mohanytube]

Thanks 👍

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Welcome 👍

[@jasonhomorody1233]

Great explanation. I got a high grade 1/low,grade 2 strain while doing a 5K but it had been brewing for a while. I can’t seem to figure out my PT right now as I add more and it feels wonky and then I dial it back and I feel like I am not making as much progress as I would like. Thankfully mine is mid muscle so I hear that heals quicker. I teach tennis so it’s hard to stay off the injury.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you found the video useful! If you wanted help with your rehab, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/services

[@edrios3668]

Great Video! really well explained, I injured mine when Running, felt my glutes and Hamstring start to ache and then they went hot, I felt only what could be described as a twinge/cramp. and then came the pain. If I walk I don't feel much pain. It started being sore in the middle of the Hamstring if I try and run. What do you suggest, rest for a few days and start the remodelling phase? also, are Ginger and Heat packs OK to use on the Hamstring?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Heat is not great for fresh strains but if yours happened more than 5 days ago you can use it - it won't speed up healing but may help with pain management. I can't comment on ginger. Yes, you should be ready to start some gentle rehab. If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@yuwa888]

Just echo the other comments earlier, great explanation of the healing process. I guess it is the same process for other muscle injury. But how about high hamstring tendinopathy which I have being suffering for a few years now, does the healing work differently?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Here's our Playlist with videos about high hamstring tendinopathy. Hope you find it helpful! kzbin.info/aero/PLkRW4ITRa6bCsSsh_kcF8gX6pPUXFYZkU

[@lisalinnae9844]

Thank u. Just got hamstring tear...helpful

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@MadMadness14]

Good video

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks

[@Westcore0]

Thxs sm

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

No problem

[@eedoamitay3341]

Im on remicade, the ultimate anti-inflammatory : s Im wondering if that has anything to do with why my pains take so long to go away

[@sammylpt9076]

So I’m not sure what I have got. I was doing single leg step ups which were flute focused (loading through the heels as opposed the toes) and then oddly I have pain now when kneel, or if I’m on all fours and I back up (flexion of hamstrings), or putting socks on even, I get a sharp pain in the lower part of my hamstring right around the insertion point of the back of the knee. If I stretch through it, my tight quads become the focus and that’s where the pain is localised. But it’s really weird how it’s not healed in over a couple of months. I can perform single leg bridges with no pain whatsoever. I can perform knee rotations both internal and external rotation and no pain. I can lay on my front and perform a weightless hamstring curl, no issues. But if I kneel close to full flexion I get a gunshot style pain deep in the hamstring and then it goes. But why? I can sprint, no problems. I don’t limp around, but something causes a twang sensation. Anyone got any ideas?

[@pickstudio4715]

So I did it right .thanks

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@Goku-bv6ff]

Thx for the very helpful info! Sadly went too hard on leg day and pulled my hamstring 😅. But I believe it’s a minor one

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@jacobarrowsmith3809]

Great video, never understood the obsession with nsaids when trying to heal an injury.

[@cmcgann1993]

When I internally rotate my hip I get a cramping like pain in my hamstring and when I lengthen my leg my pelvis/hip hurts. I've had this issue for over a year now and my PT can't figure it out. It's all on the left side. I'm not constantly in pain by the way, it's only when doing those motions. Any ideas as I'm at a loss? Thanks

[@mettebus1249]

Hi there, my question: I play soccer and I had this sharp pain back in my hamstring. But normally if I have hamstring injuries I always get this in the middle of the hamstring but not this time. This time I have it little bit to low side. And I feel this bump when I touch it. I can feel it. Is this different kind of injury or is it still the hamstring? I had it almost 5 weeks ago and I still can’t run or do anything. Do I need to see a medical doctor?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I would see a doctor or physiotherapist because you have to make sure that you've not actually injured the lower tendon.

[@btugrul]

I have just read an article on the effectiveness of Askling protocol in comparison to conventional exercises, which apparently significantly reduces the time to return to activity. What do you think about it?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

There is definitely a strong argument to include lengthening type exercises in hamstring rehab but I haven't found that specific set of exercises fit so well with a lot of my regular patients who aren't to level athletes. So I tend to mix and match and go with what seems to fit the patient but try to include exercises that emphasize eccentric action. Sliders are difficult to do properly if you don't have a suitable surface.

[@btugrul]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thank you very much for clarifying it. I was advancing with regular exercises but somehow I have torn it again, so just looking for some alternative and relatively safer ones! I don't know if they really work but the Askling is going fine for now.

[@korrumpator]

Thank you for the video. You mention studys about antiflammatories. Where are the studys? Could you please reference them?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hi there, You'll find the relevant references in the reference list at the bottom of this article: www.sports-injury-physio.com/post/anti-inflammatory-drugs-for-muscle-pain-why-you-should-think-twice

[@tcdavis66]

I haven’t been stretching or lifting, I had been throwing on some ankle weights. Well with ankle weights on and shooting some yard hoops, ya pulled it! And bad this time. Don’t remember other couple times being so crippled the next two days (so far). Thanks for the advice I will be patient and align the cells in couple months. Ugh

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@SeannTV]

My hamstring has been hurting for months. I can still run and jog without feeling it but after i workout i usually feel it, especially when stretching.

[@jzhvy333]

I had a partial tear in my hamstring that kept me out for 9 months but the doc said it was a strain since It was still attached

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, the word strain can mean anything from a very small tear to a large tear. So depending on how severe the strain was, it can take very long to get full strength back.

[@the20yearsoldmale]

Does it bruise?

[@the20yearsoldmale]

Mine has 2 inches line bruise on upper back of my knee

[@GG-pm6cd]

Was yours a grade 2 tear or 3 ?

[@jacksonweller9511]

same

[@aerialesteem]

I didn’t realize I strained my hamstring because I thought I was just sore from deadlifting but then my right leg healed and my left leg didn’t. It wasn’t too noticeable unless I tried to deadlift or do the splits. Now it’s been months and it’s still irritated during those two exercises. I haven’t done any rehab until today. Is there hope?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, absolutely! Just start your rehab now and slowly strengthen it back up - it will recover. If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@alex931022]

Thought on Tiger balm or Voltaren application on the strain? i strained my inner thigh/hamstring around 5days ago and i went to the ER on the 4th day due to the immense pain, i was able to walk through pain and even go to the gym (not doing legs but just upper body and some Cycling to help with bloodflow, probably went a bit too hard on that), the Doctor told me that i was a tear in the hamstring and that this feeling of burning running down the leg was pretty much normal. i have some big spots behind the leg aswell and swelling (which seems to be the most hurtful part). Do you know if the swelling may be the thing that is causing that much pain when i try to move my leg from a resting position to another or is it the actual tear, and should i apply heat/ice at all?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It will be the tear that is causing most of your pain when moving it - your injury is still very new and will start to feel better as it heals. Massaging very gently with tiger balm may help for pain but be careful not to be too aggressive as it can make it feel worse. Stay away from voltaren - it is an anti-inflammatory gel and there is evidence that using anti-inflammatories during the early stage of muscle tear healing can negatively impact the injury. You can find more advice about heat vs. ice here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5CcmJ2cm5x8ebc

[@alex931022]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio Wow thank you alot for the advices! indeed i can attest that since starting the application of Voltaren my condition did not get better, it has gotten worse, i will opt for the tiger balm instead and lightly massage the sore area while trying to rest.

[@DaniyalHaider]

I see where I made a mistake. I could walk, light jog, and run after 2 weeks of a hamstring pull. I played today and after exerting myself a tad too much, I felt another pull in the same area. Guess I need a solid month before returning to any sports...

[@alistaircorstorphine7469]

I tore my hamstring ( age 15 ) whilst doing Taekwondo ( I was off my feet for ages ) at the age of 48 I’ve taken Taekwondo back up again ( but certain kicks I find quite uncomfortable) I stretch regularly and always get to class early so I can warm up properly, but certain kicks ( like side kicks and back kicks ) I really feel the pull on the hamstring, is there any way to strengthen it or make it more flexible?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, the best way to do this is usually through strength training that work the muscle in a similar way to the movements that cause trouble. My colleague Kevin is experienced in rehab for Martial arts so if you wanted help figuring this out and a rehab plan, this is something he can do via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

[@sp-sp18]

Hi Maryke, i am not a sports person. I have a desk job. Feel deep ache behind my knee where we fold. I also feel some achiness little bit up in my hamstring but not very higher. It is low hamstring i believe. If i massage with ball it feels good but i feel the ache most of the time and it is very deep.No pain while walking or touching. My MRI found hamstring tendinopathy. How can i recover? Any good exercise i can follow? I have been doing double leg bridge, single leg bridge and food morning pose but not much help at this time.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

The exercise advice for someone who does sports and someone who doesn't do sport is very similar except for the final stages of rehab. The key to getting this better is also understanding what has caused your case to help it recover. I can't really provide any useful advice other than what is in the video without assessing you because every person's situation is so different. If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/services

[@Cristian_Hernandez305]

Hello. I was playing soccer, and I felt a pop in my right hamstring. Immediately felt on the ground. I have used ice and elevated my leg. Any else you recommend while in the beginning face of resting it.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Sounds as if you're doing the right things - just gentle movement but not much else at this stage

[@mythbusters6383]

Do you have a video on how the rehab process should be and what I should do I injured it and if felt better within a week and tried playing basketball and it popped and start hurting again and I keep injuring it after a week thinking it healed and this has been happening for a month now please help

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hi there, Here's our video on how to treat hamstring strains and tears: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKbTl5ipn9CWfdU

[@jazzcarreon4784]

I’m sorry if I missed it somewhere in the comments but how long after I strained it( minor strain) should I begin to start the rehab/stretching phase? Or working out the old scar tissue? It’s been 1 day since I felt the sharp strain in my hamstring.

[@nathanbeeckmans8272]

After around 5 days

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

This video may also have useful advice: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKbTl5ipn9CWfdU

[@thor3275]

I partially tore my hamstring five and a half months ago. It took about a month for me to be able to walk normally, and then for about 4 months the only exercise I really gave it was working construction. Now I’m doing strength training with it. How bad is it that I didn’t do intentional training with it for so long?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It doesn't have to be a problem - because you didn't just sit down. If you were doing construction, it would have gotten some movement which would have helped. Just take your time and strengthen it now. Our bodies are amazing at reacting to strength training and remodeling themselves.

[@thor3275]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio okay, thank you for the reply! This makes me feel a lot better about that mistake 🙏🏼

[@jonathanwilliams8375]

Hi and thanks, I have heard some studies are now saying that stretching can actually lengthen the time of recovery? I got what felt like a mild tear like 3 weeks ago. I could walk and even jog lightly. I then started stretching as I was told. I still have pain and no confidence to sprint. The pain is on the inside of my right leg rather than down the dead centre. I did this playing tennis and sliding for a ball on clay. Any advice?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

The most important treatment for this is strengthening exercises that slowly restores the strength in your injured hamstrings. You are correct - starting with stretches too early or overdoing them (stretching too hard or too long) can be counter productive. But gentle strengthening exercises can usually be introduces really early and then they must be progressively made more difficult as your hamstring recovers until they resemble the forces your hamstrings will have to tolerate during your sport. If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/services

[@ashanmadushanka170]

Hey Doc, I had a hamstring injury (Didn't had idea what level it was) and I couldn't bend my knee for one day after that. I rested 1 week almost walking inside the house after I started walking and going to work. but didn't start running. After 3 weeks back I started playing cricket and the very first minute I felt the my injury is back (Yesterday). I had swelling but not like 3 weeks back but the pain is still there when I touch the hamstring. What do you suggest me to do Doc?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hi there, We cannot provide individual treatment advice without doing an in-depth assessment of your injury and your personal circumstances, as the advice might not be appropriate for you. You're welcome to book a video consultation with one of our physios if you would like an assessment and a personalised treatment plan: www.sports-injury-physio.com/