Hamstring strains: early management and progressive rehabilitation
Protect from sharp pain and sprinting initially; progress from controlled strengthening to faster running, cutting and sport drills. Check next-day response. Practical guidanceStart with a manageable change rather than complete rest or repeated painful testing. Record activity, symptoms and next-day response. An assessment can tailor exercise, technique and load; progress should be steady rather than based on a promised timetable. When to seek helpMajor bruising, swelling, defect, abnormal...
By BDYMAP · Sports therapy & massage, Loughton
Protect from sharp pain and sprinting initially; progress from controlled strengthening to faster running, cutting and sport drills. Check next-day response.
Practical guidance
Start with a manageable change rather than complete rest or repeated painful testing. Record activity, symptoms and next-day response. An assessment can tailor exercise, technique and load; progress should be steady rather than based on a promised timetable.
When to seek help
Major bruising, swelling, defect, abnormal walking, a pop, severe pain or numbness needs assessment.
Book in Loughton
BDYMAP offers sports therapy and sports massage at Muscleworks Gym in Loughton for gym users, athletes and active adults. SST member 9202. Book via Cliniko: https://bcosteopathy.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings
Protect from sharp pain and sprinting initially; progress from controlled strengthening to faster running, cutting and sport drills. Check next-day response.
Practical guidance
Start with a manageable change rather than complete rest or repeated painful testing. Record activity, symptoms and next-day response. An assessment can tailor exercise, technique and load; progress should be steady rather than based on a promised timetable.
When to seek help
Major bruising, swelling, defect, abnormal walking, a pop, severe pain or numbness needs assessment.
Book in Loughton
BDYMAP offers sports therapy and sports massage at Muscleworks Gym in Loughton for gym users, athletes and active adults. SST member 9202. Book via Cliniko: https://bcosteopathy.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings