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In brief
Strains to the hamstring muscle group are prevalent and, unfortunately, often recurrent, with prolonged rehabilitation and persistent disability. Most hamstring injuries are of a single muscle near the muscle-tendon junction. Rarely, the hamstring muscle group may avulse from the ischial tuberosity. The diagnosis can usually be made by history and physical exam, but MRI can be used to help pinpoint the extent and location of the injury. Initial treatment typically consists of rest, ice, compression, elevation, and pain relief. There is no consensus on optimal rehabilitation, but functional exercises with stretching and strengthening have been emphasized.
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Thomas M. Best
Dr Best is an assistant professor of family medicine and orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin in Madison and an associate editor of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Dr Garrett is a professor of orthopedic surgery at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and an editorial board member of THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE.
William E. Garrett
Dr Best is an assistant professor of family medicine and orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin in Madison and an associate editor of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Dr Garrett is a professor of orthopedic surgery at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and an editorial board member of THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE.