Hamstring Strain
Hamstring Strain If you have a hamstring strain or tear, you may benefit from the skilled services of a physiotherapist to help you fully recover. Your physiotherapist can treat your pain and prescribe exercises that can help you recover your normal range of motion, strength, and overall functional mobility. Symptoms Understanding the symptoms of a hamstring strain can help you get the right treatment at the right time. Typical symptoms of a hamstring strain may include: Pain in the back of your thigh, either behind your knee, in the muscle belly, or near your buttock Difficulty fully straightening your knee without pain Difficulty taking large steps or walking quickly, or pain with climbing stairs. Difficulty and pain with running The pain you feel can range from mild to severe, and the exact location of symptoms may vary from person to person. If you suspect you have a hamstring strain, you should get to your doctor right away to start on the proper treatment. Causes Symptoms of a