Top 3 Treatments for Hamstring Injury or Tear- It is not what you think

[@LuigikilledMario]

Shout out to everyone else in pain while they're watching this lol

[@ryanbrubaker2854]

Blown hamstring how about you

[@LuigikilledMario]

@@ryanbrubaker2854 exactly the same thing. Sprinting without warming up I guess.

[@rubenitez7]

Same here, I pulled my left hamstring two days ago while sprinting.

[@JohnM...]

Tendonopathy. Had it for 2 1/2 years. 🙁

[@meemzing]

Ugh I'm dying 😂 being in simaltaneous pain with others on youtube is a new side of the interwebs

[@kale-bopp]

Don’t know what I’d do without this channel! Between a glut tendon tear and a hamstring tendon tear, you guys had me covered. Tendinopathy sucks, and can take months to heal since tendons have virtually no blood flow. Consistent, diligent PT is the ticket. Thank you for your channel, you guys make an impact.

[@kale-bopp]

And this kudos is coming from a Minnesoootan! I don’t hold it against you guys ;)

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you! You either haha

[@Star-vg7ix]

Thank you..was very frustrated about the pain and was crying

[@reflexserenity5752]

Bruh I feel like I end up on this channel every other day after football practice

[@Mazomania]

Me After sprinting

[@Reggietheproducer]

no but seriously💯

[@DanIELA-ck8ty]

Exactlyyy😂😂

[@phantom6162]

Bro I swear 😂😂😂

[@_9baby]

Real shit !!

[@SIRLANZVLOGTV]

I injured my hamstring in training. I'm glad i found your video. Thanks for sharing. God bless you both

[@meccafreeman6781]

OMG Thank you guys so much for this. I am a dancer and about a week ago after I taught an two hour class I found myself limping right after. This has helped greatly. Thank you.

[@AdamLev-t8m]

The way they coordinated saying “No” at the same time at the 0:43 mark was something they worked on in advance and it paid off. Nailed it.

[@teee1900]

I hurt my handspring doing the left s split and I got a pain in my whole leg I let my leg rest for two weeks so know I'm going into phase two I hope this works I have to dance cause dance is life I'll be back to update guys

[@gogoogaga8136]

Tirriana Johnson I did a jump split for my drill team back in August of 2017 and only rested for a week since it didn’t hurt to dance. I went back to high kicks after that and it would hurt every time I stretched my leg out (or tried doing splits). Because I didn’t rest for at least 5 weeks, I would constantly have that sharp pain while dancing so I did Physical Therapy for 3 months and it helped a bit but my flexibility wasn’t as good as it was before and as of now i still get a sharp pain in my lower buttock and hamstring especially when I’ve been sitting for a long time. As much as you want to keep dancing, PLEASE go to the doctor and rest for the amount of weeks that they tell you to. Trust me, it’s better to stay out of dancing for a couple of weeks rather than making the injury worse by not resting your leg.Good luck!

[@Liz-fv6jh]

Hamstring

[@hqcart1]

@@gogoogaga8136i have the same thing, how long it took for full recovery?

[@IrishKillU]

thank you guys have been having horrible hamstring pain since a baseball injury and this is the best relief i have found

[@trupababuinilor684]

I have just did an oversplit without streching enough and I pulled my hamstring but I can't go to a therapist

[@Texasmayne89]

Just pulled my left hamstring with my last warm up single of 585 on deadlift. Emotionally felt beat, but after a few days of rest and now finding this video I’m excited to start my recovery! Thanks guys!

[@DK-gl3ih]

Do u still have problems with your hamstring

[@abdoarahmangubran1679]

How long did it take you to recover?

[@braves5696]

@@abdoarahmangubran1679 have you recovered yet?

[@abdoarahmangubran1679]

@@braves5696 yeah it took me about 2/3 months to fully recover, but that’s only because I kept making it worse by playing football, so I would say 3-5 weeks would’ve been enough to heal it if I was to abstain from physical activity such as football

[@braves5696]

@@abdoarahmangubran1679 thank you bro

[@rylanddelcalzo5185]

I play football and when I was running I was being tackled and my leg was under him and he was twisting me at the same time. I heard a big pop and could barely walk off the field and needed help to get on my feet and attempt to just walk. I needed assistance and now (2 days later) I am still in big pain. It was a tear more near my butt and doing these stretches really helps. One thing that I also rec come nd is applying a damp heat pad to the are with your leg propped up

[@PLC337]

Are you still active on this KZbin account?

[@kian___nrzn2119]

Me too

[@El-zg9hp]

Sameeeeee bro it’s long this happened to me 3 days ago

[@justbrowsing10]

@@El-zg9hp how are u now

[@El-zg9hp]

@@justbrowsing10 hey bro surprisingly quick recovery, i played yesterday and i was fine, just a little slower than before and still a tiny bit stiff 95% fit tho

[@elendiel]

Thank you for the information! Today I pulled a 170kg deadlift for 8 reps, and after that, I went a little lighter to finish up, and strangely, that's when I tore my left hamstring (slight tear, no decreased mobility). You video is definitely useful for me =)

[@Smoothie2275]

Just heard and had a popping sensation on my hamstring playing soccer. It’s been day 1 and I’m in terrible pain. Going to follow these exercises and hoping for a speedy recovery!

[@jacobkalgren2398]

How was it

[@Th3BigBoy]

Any update on your healing?

[@MRynth_09]

This is very helpful,thank you. I'm having this injury rn and it sucks

[@delawareteacher1182]

This is good, stretching only prolongs the injury at this stage; thank you!

[@melissabowden4181]

I wish I would’ve just searched for a Bob and Brad solution to my hamstring pull(or it might be a small tear?). I’m old school and tried the “just walk it off” and “no pain, no gain” approaches and immediately started doing gentle stretches into where it was most painful, but it’s still weak and it still spasms when I’m walking and it contracts in a certain spot. It’s only been about 2 days since I fell and pulled it, so hopefully I can correct my course with these tips. I’ve already tried the massage technique and that helps a lot. Thanks Bob and Brad 😊

[@sandibrockway7959]

How are you doing? which ones worked the best. I had a fall a year ago while racing to get a house on the market and sold, then the war started, and pushed myself. was almost on cane. have gone months thru videos to diagnose and do many exercises, and only now, seeing this, and saying, hey, sounds like i have hamstring from knee to buttbone/hip, popping and all, as i got to point where hip started to unlock. are you on Facebook?

[@BillTorg]

My 12 year old daughter is having a lot of knee and ankle pain. Some causes could be from over training, hard surfaces, growing, or lack of strength in hamstring and quads. Thanks for helping us!

[@joelladuckstad7507]

Does she have flat feet ? Because I do and orthotics helped so much .

[@alliediltz8916]

I strained my hamstring and have rested for 6 days and started foam rolling today. It doesn't feel quite as tight but more sore, almost as if I have been working out. Is this normal?

[@ariandgabe]

Ahh, .. thank you!! I was stretching right off the bat, and it did get worse. That massage got relief almost immediately. "liked" and "subscribed". God bless you gentlemen!

[@ceoofyrg]

Same so many people told me to stretch ...

[@keithbarrow6085]

Dealing with multiple hamstring injuries, this is really the best information on the internet

[@slvrangel22]

Thanks!! This seemed like the most legit information. You get so many people tossing in their two cents when you get injured that it becomes difficult to know who you should listen to.

[@Raja08thirty]

Doesn’t it depend on what grade of pull or tear is? 8 weeks for grade 2.

[@msmashik]

Watching this on 2023 after my hamstring strain! THANK YOU!!!

[@mitchconnelly9917]

Bob and Brad you are both beauties. I've been looking for a video like this for ages.

[@RedRumble14]

Love the professionalism of these two

[@TUMATATAN]

Thanks for the video. I was stretching it like crazy instead of doing the right thing. I'm just happy I found this video.

[@kathyjohnston3971]

Believe me if I ever have the need. I will be searching for you two. I also live in Minnesota

[@MrToffi36]

1. RICE 2. Cross Friction Massage 3. Light Stretching 4. Strenghtening with Gym Ball

[@xdrake531]

You guys are such life savers! On behalf of all the athletes THANK YOU!

[@teresaclemons5255]

Amazing. I got pain relief within a few minutes of massaging my hamstring! I now feel ready to start rehabbing my hamstring!!! You guys are life savers!

[@allans7281]

Thanks guys so nice to listen to you

[@hasb826]

Gentlemen, You are simply the best! Thank you!!! 💖💖💖🙏🙏🙏

[@MGE0007]

Thanks once again for your lucid explanations… esp 1st phase treatment ie. NO STRETCHING….!!

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome, we are happy to be able to help

[@MikeIdy6000]

Thank you, Bob & Brad

[@johnkopf6816]

Thanks Bob and Brad I do not wish to take it easy but I am sure for the best No more leg day for a while

[@julies48a]

Thanks. I just pulled my hamstring and I'm glad I watched your video.

[@pt703]

julie curepe me right now! 😒

[@chelseah1446]

I have a level two torn hamstring and it really hurts!! I am not allowed to do any more sport (which I LOVE sport) for another 5 weeks!! I am really angry with myself that I did it as it is in the middle of dance season and i have to learn HEAPS of cheorgraphy! Make sure that you properly rest it and don’t stress sit out to much as i have torn it even more with sucks😔

[@AdnanKhan-so1ey]

That was very helpful. A lot of respect for you Doctors. I will try all of this out. Thank you.

[@emanuelfoggerton1130]

Thanks guys, can't wait to get back running xx

[@jkokich]

Thank you for saying, “gentle”. I tell my ballet students that every stretch should be gentle.

[@josiahsmumt2539]

That's awesome guys, just wondering if I do the same thing if the damage is where it inserts in the knee area, thanks again.

[@josiahsmumt2539]

+physicaltherapyvideo thank you for your reply sorry I just saw your response I'll give it a go.

[@pacificskycrew]

my go to physios!!! honestly you guys are awesome!

[@alanveck5756]

That’s really great advice Thankyou

[@TheRealJetLifeGaming]

I pulled my hamstring playing football with my son today I played it off telling everyone else it’s nothing.... Man this shit hurts like a mf lol I’m here humbly seeking wisdom. Great Video you guys thank you!!

[@BobandBrad]

Oh no! Heal up fast! you are welcome:)

[@susanapadilla33]

How I do I know if it’s strained and not just sore or really tight?

[@benjaminfrank7780]

my football szn starts in 5 days and I just injured it😔

[@bobganoosh5520]

Blew out my hammy on a routine fly ball. Damn, I'm out of shape. So sad. Thanks for sharing.

[@Hansen23900]

What about tendon problems from taking antibiotics? Do you do anything or take any supplements to help?

[@Cronos-ms3pw]

After injuring the pain had fully dissipated after only two days of rest. No bruising or swelling so i thought i'd give the cross-friction massage a try but since trying it once i have had continuous aching in the hamstring for 5 days now. So to Bob and Brad, maybe you can give some indication of timeframe for these steps with all your experience as physicians? And for others who are becoming painfree, maybe give it some more time before the massaging. I probably have irritated the injury again and prolonged the healing process.

[@albieoval1657]

3:30 I can't sit on my hamstring. I can't imagine doing this. My muscle will tear more!

[@milesm69]

You will be able to sit on it after at least a week's rest with ice packs applied daily. This isn't the first step so that is why you can't sit on your hamstring yet

[@michaelhankins5807]

Thanks for your help, guys!

[@osaze61]

Pressing fingers into point of pain decreased pain. Will reapply throughout the day...Thank you

[@PaulGalvez]

Great Video, technical obervation: you should make the speakers mono, don't pan one left or right, keep them center!

[@zero3745]

Thank you for your tips

[@saved74]

This helped quite a bit. Thank you. I also used a electric vibrator up and down the back of my thigh with my knee up to massage the hamstring and that also was very helpful.

[@tranquility9325]

This is my first time watching you guys, very impressed. Thank you for this info!

[@tranquility9325]

Thank you!!

[@yowhatup4250]

Your welcome😊

[@tmillz331]

watched this exact video 2 years ago when I first pulled my hammy. Here I am again for the other hamstring smh. Great video, simple yet extremely helpful

[@georgeseinfeld4150]

Great video! I was sitting in my chair one day and did a full extension stretch when I heard this pop behind the knee. I'm thinking it was part of the tendon or lower part of the hamstring. Now two weeks later I'm looking to rehab it. I feel some knots behind the knee, I wonder if that could be scar tissue that has already formed. thanks

[@FrozenStreams]

How long to get back to running with a Proximal Hamstring Avulsion grade 2? Week 2 I tried to run. No go. 3rd week ran 1.5 miles but wincing in pain every step. I'm at week 4. FYI. Cycling doesn't hurt but I'm a runner! Discouraged runner. new generation of technology

[@emilyaustralis]

You guys are the greatest ..

[@ohmeowzer1]

Injured my hamstring about 5 weeks ago ...my ortho said a tear ..now 5 weeks later I need a follow up mri on my hip , femur and knee ...I go to,PT twice a week and I still have problems driving and bending my knee ..my bum is very sore ...my therapist is using a rolling pin and stretching..it’s very painful ..I am a nurse and need to get better to get back to work...I also have severe Psoratic Arthritis...I’m on chemo and remicaid ...it’s been heck since i tore this hamstring

[@hanoitripper1809]

This is great as I just strained my hammy

[@dayzign77]

thanks for the tips misters

[@shirishsathe6625]

this applies to all of your output. this is an old man writing . god will bless you.i request some kind of sequential set of exercises for seniors the way yoga and other methods do . your explanations are lucid and so this request. in most cases a program is a smarter way than just a pain specific collection , kind of prophylactic

[@dg_96_7]

If you tore your hamstring would you be able to walk or stand straight?

[@ahmedghaith8754]

Yh limping for the first few days

[@toorealformyowngood241]

Excellent step-by-step video. Thank you guys, you're doing excellent work. #HumanRace

[@knickandchester]

Wish all medical professionals were this awesome. Thank you!

[@TheGman2421]

I’m elderly,, felt a popping sensation in upper butt area just walking. I applied cold immediately after. Should I keep moving or stay sedentary?

[@Sewmore]

Hey guys. My knee has bothered me creaking and in the morning I hurt when I step on that leg in hamstring. I think not torn hamstring but hurts so I am going to try your exercised carefully for a while to see if it helps. Thanks

[@matthewnaiws8054]

I've had this for like 4 months, hasn't got better. I've tried most things, needles (with professional help), massage, exercises but it is still weak and sore. I didn't do any RICE when I injured it, as I didn't think I'd pulled it. Man it's really doing my head in and I need to hit the track soon as the season started.

[@josephmargaryan]

hows it going with your hamstring

[@thisGuy481]

I've had my hamstring issue for over a year now, and I've been in physio for 5 months and it's still not better. It's frustrating because I do everything to not aggravate it, and I'm quite gentle to it, I make sure not to sit in awkward positions, or sit for too long, I don't sleep on the injured hamstring side anymore, I bought a new bed to alleviate pressure points on my hamstring, I bought a new car that doesn't hurt my hamstring to sit in, I don't run, I don't walk long distances, I do my hip bridges, I get needled, I get all the physiotherapy stuff and still nothing. I can't even go to the gym and exercise because you're limited to only upper body, and even then bending the wrong way could aggravate it. And I'm typing this while it's throbbing, going on 14 months.

[@jesusrobles-jn8hv]

Nshankoff1 damm bro, i feel you, let me know when you get better if theres like a short cut or a magic medicine or something

[@THEHONEYHASHRIA]

Are you better now? and how did your season go?

[@StianRust]

Maybe this is a stupid question, but have you really tried to strengthen it? Start at a really low weight and with an exercise that doesnt hurt, and add weigth slowly. When I had a hamstring injury, I was too afraid to strengthen it. When I tried to increase the weights even with a little discomfort, but it didnt hurt, it got better after 1-2 months. Took me 7 months in total to heal. Didnt get any better when I was really careful and only rested.

[@sunnisukumar]

Thank you so much for sharing these techniques. I've never had a hamstring injury like the one I have now, so I'll start practicing these.

[@MusicAndOtherColors]

Thank you so much for this precious video. I 've got a hamstring injury five years ago and I m in pain every day since then, If I do those exercises you are suggesting do I have any hope to heal ?

[@hawks7775]

How have your hamstrings been doin...I've just started after years of discomfort and pain..and its really helping relieve the pain...but id like to strengthen them so I can compete in sports again

[@MusicAndOtherColors]

Hello @@hawks7775 since I've posted the comment, about a month ago, I've been practicing only the foam roller technique everyday for 5 to 10 minutes after my Yoga practice when I know my body is warm enough , I 've been doing it actually every day except of weekends, and in my surprise it's doing way much better, I m so happy about it and very grateful, I ' ve noticed much more flexibility during my yoga practice, I m thrilled, it is still in pain though but it is a lighter kind of pain. I m not sure if my hamstring will be ever able to heal completely at all, but really I encourage you to keep on practicing, I hope you ll feel better soon , please keep me updated and I will too so you know if I ll have any progress.

[@hawks7775]

@@MusicAndOtherColorsyes, I've been using a roller too and the massaging of my whole hamstring with my fingers and massage bar is really effective too..I'm 43 and have compiled a lot of abuse on to my hammys and can tell i needed to break up the fibers...I'm already able stand up and get out of my car without immediate hamstring irritation ..still a work in progress to strengthen them, baby steps is key ..and I plan on doing yoga again..just don't want to over stretch tho

[@Dredpanther1]

I over did it on the treadmill. Very informative thanks fellas.

[@nietzschesmuse]

I finally went to see the doctor after the examination he told me I had a hamstring strain. That was my mistake on the first day after I got the injury I did a bunch of stretches and massages which worsen the injury making my leg feel heavy with the worse sharp pain I have ever felt in my life. I have been doing cold water therapy and it feels far better I already the pain has diminished, thank you, I love love love your videos guys! You are both sooo funny omg!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you hear you are improving. I made a video on Hamstring strain a couple months ago. Did you view this one.?

[@nietzschesmuse]

@@BobandBrad I will search for your video on harmstring sprain, have an awesome day thank you.

[@growthzack9542]

Right when I’m getting into a good flow… POP. Happened while doing straight leg dumbbell deadlifts… final rep on the way up… had to drop the weight immediately. Able to walk, but quite tender. Guess I’ll just do upper body for a while :(

[@MahlatseSS]

Great help, Bobby & Brizzy

[@squaterrr2396]

I don't have Foamroller,but i have two tennis balls and i'll try with them. Except this,is the press-pull release movement appropriate for my goal or not ( combining them both ) ? How long you reccomend doing the massaging before full range,or whenever i feel ready. Your professional opinion means a lot . Thanks

[@ranginkaman1580]

Gentlemen you are making fantastic videos. Thank you very much for all of those. Please inhance the sound quality of your videos a little bit more. Seems like you are not using mic properly. The sound is not loud.

[@BobandBrad]

WE just did an upgrade in late Dec of 2018 :)

[@BoBbOb-bx2tu]

Idk what it is what happened to my hamstring but it was both of them and a back injury I slide tackled the ball the player fell on my back and since I tackled it I was in a weird position so I got a hamstring injury but to be fair it was my first time in a while playing football

[@rx1hunter923]

Anytime I want to learn about muscle and recovery, I turn to your channel, simply because you’re both so informative and easy to understand, plus you both seem to have fun doing it. Good to go, 👍

[@teeduck]

When can you use heat, epsom salt baths? How many days after?

[@lukevalentini5187]

Once the bruising goes how long dose the scar tissue take to recover ?

[@margaretraudonikis4383]

What do you think about walking with high hamstring tendonopathy?

[@graemewilliams1308]

5 days ago I was riding my motorbike. I stopped & put my right foot down but ground was uneven & I couldn't touch ground & bike fell over. I tried to lift it up & felt a pop & pain. Was able to ride next 3 days with large bruises.

[@ptofview]

I get the cross friction massage. What is your opinion on longitudinal stroke Massage as well?

[@willequi5165]

What should I do if it’s a really low strain? Like behind the knee on the inside of the thigh?

[@silvergorilla6354]

Hi, I have detached my semitendinosus up to 8cm with some bone a year ago. Had a MRI to confirm about 3 weeks ago. I think it's too late for surgery? I can now run for half hour and box and Thai box with no pain. Going to the orthopedic dept in a few weeks. Would it be worth trying for surgery? What would long term problems be with a permanent semitendinosus detachment?

[@sarahdenton1866]

I pulled mine from doing the splits in gymnastics

[@lerch400block]

Thanks guys. Every injury I get, I youtube search and there y'all are.

[@brucelevine6517]

Bob doesn't the siatic nerve get impinged from the inflammation cause I'm getting pain down to my gastrocanimious and I have a hematoma 24 inches long

[@kimw.5369]

Pulled a hammy STRETCHING, lol- wow, it hurt. This is great info- THANK YOU!

[@Starshepherd]

Great video. Can the physio ball/bridge be done every day?

[@Starshepherd]

+physicaltherapyvideo Thank-you!

[@caleab27]

You guys make a great team, very amusing and yet insightful.

[@AmericusMaximus]

Nice job, fellas. Going’s to put it to use.

[@vickyls8132]

Hi kids. I’ve had my pain 2 years. I’m 62 1/2. I’ve had injections and I’m going to phy th. My arthritis feels better fit awhile after exercise. But I have bad pain daily right behind my left knee! I injured it walking our 90 lb lab 2 yr ago. She saw a squirrel, and went the opposite direction with me on the end of the leash. I know something is wrong or torn! I can’t even walk around the grocery store with severe pain. I think I need an MRI. Is this possibly a hamstring tear? Its behind my left knee, outer side. It’s ok in the mornings, but it doesn’t last long unless I stay home all day. Thx!!!! You guys are the best!!!

[@vickyls8132]

oh, I’ve been going to PT for 4 weeks.

[@senjutidas8167]

Thank you so much😊❤

[@BridgetteLDavis]

Does that mean we should wait before starting to go back to walking on the treadmill?

[@pauljacobson2570]

My hamstring tear was so bad, it fractured my ischium in the process. I have needed two surgeries since.

[@Racontact]

What role does foot, ankle or knee play in long term generalized non acute hamstring pain.

[@jackdinsmore7900]

How many weeks into pt should I try using the ball if it hurts at first?