Hamstring Strain
Sports
What Is Hamstring Strain?
Hamstring strain is caused by a tear or rip to the tendons and large muscle situated at the back of the thigh.
This common injury can happen to a multitude of athletes and can take as long as 3 months to recover.
Conditions
What Are The Possible Causes?
Hamstring strains typically occur during muscle overload or overextension triggered by sudden or powerful movements that tear your tendons.
Most people who suffer this type of injury report feeling a sudden pop or tearing sensation causing a sharp pain at the back of the thigh.
What Are The Risks If Left Untreated?
If left untreated, a hamstring strain will put you at risk for developing an arthritic knee and instability while standing.
There is also a much greater risk for re-injury to occur.
How Is It Treated?
Because of the length of the time it may take for a hamstring string to resolve, it’s crucially important you begin a treatment plan right away.
Life Balance Chiropractic offers fast-acting, specific, targeted chiropractic adjustments to the lower spine, hips and pelvis that help to increase blood flow, and nerve flow, realign the body, strengthen the muscles, and promote quicker healing.
