Hamstring strains happen when your hamstring muscles or its tendons is stretched beyond what it can withstand or torn when substantial stretching of the muscle occurs. Hamstring strains are fairly common in sports activities requiring the athlete to forcefully run or jump.
Here at Head2Toe in Carrigaline, our physiotherapy for hamstring injuries involves a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to strengthen the injured muscle and improve the range of motion in the back of the thigh.
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Here at Head2Toe, we have dedicated physical therapists who will not only help with healing and recovery but preventative treatments also. On initial consultation, our physiotherapist will assess and tailor a treatment plan to you and your injuries. A physiotherapist will typically recommend hamstring stretches, strengthening exercises, and specific hamstring exercises such as hamstring curls and straight leg raises.
Recovery time for hamstring strains can vary depending on the severity of the injury, but with proper physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation, most patients can expect to return to sport pain-free.
Barry is dedicated to helping people of all ages with their rehabilitation needs. With expertise in soft tissue massage and dry needling, he is capable of addressing various issues, such as sports injuries and long-term pain. Whether you are recovering from an injury or dealing with ongoing discomfort, Barry has the abilities and understanding to assist you in your journey towards recovery.
More About BarryHamstring strains are common muscle injuries that occur in the hamstring muscle group located at the back of your thigh. These strains usually happen when the muscle fibres are stretched beyond their capacity, causing a tear in the hamstring tendon. This typically occurs during activities that involve quick and explosive movements, such as a rapid sprint.
Physiotherapy is incredibly beneficial for treating hamstring injuries, whether it’s a muscle strain or a full-blown hamstring tear. A comprehensive hamstring strain rehabilitation program can help lengthen and strengthen the muscles at the back of the thigh while improving and reducing the risk of recurrent injuries.
Depending on how severe the hamstring injury is it can take anywhere between 3 weeks to 3 months. With the right treatment and plan, however, this can aid recovery.
During your initial treatment and on assessing the severity of your hamstring injury our physiotherapist will be able to help guide you on what’s best to aid recovery. The goal is to create the right treatment plan that slowly increases your physical activity, such as walking. As your hamstring heals and gets stronger, you can add more stretches and exercises.