Injury Spotlight: Hamstring Strain

Hamstring tightness leads to an almost automatic response to “stretch them out”. Often we challenge our hamstrings solely in their lengthened state, but what about contracting them? Although the feeling of tightness tends to trigger an instinct to stretch, it doesn’t necessarily stem from a need to lengthen. It could be your body telling you there’s a weakness somewhere. Our ranges need to be used to teach the body they’re safe to express movement, and that’s where active inputs come in. Here ar

Hamstring Strain Reinjury Nearly one third of hamstring strain injuries recur within the first year following rehabilitation and a return to athletic activity. Research suggests several factors contribute to the high rate of reinjury: Persistent weakness in the injured muscle Reduced extensibility of the musculotendon unit due to scar tissue Compensatory changes in the biomechanics of movement due to the original injury Lack of strength and control of the lumbopelvic muscles Quadriceps tightness

4 ways to prevent a hamstring injury ⛓️‍💥❤️‍🩹. A hamstring injury is usually a tear or strain (pulled muscle) in the group of muscles and tendons in the back of your thigh. It’s one of the most common and troublesome injuries seen most in athletes. Hamstring strains are both common and painful. These movements will stretch and strengthen your hamstrings 🙌🏽. The main job of your hamstring is to allow your leg to flex (bend) and extend (stretch). You use your hamstring the most when you:Run, j