Hamstring Strain Treatment
Hamstring strain slowing you down? PHYZFIT in Bexley North and Marrickville provides expert hamstring rehabilitation to get you back to sport quickly and safely.
What is Hamstring Strain Treatment?
A hamstring strain is a tear in one or more of the three hamstring muscles. Strains are graded from 1 (minor) to 3 (complete tear) depending on the extent of muscle fibre damage. Hamstring injuries are particularly common in sprinting sports and the recurrence rate is high, highlighting the importance of proper complete rehabilitation.
Common Symptoms
If you are experiencing any of the following our physios at PHYZFIT can help:
- Sudden sharp pain in the back of the thigh during running or sprinting
- A feeling of something popping or tearing
- Bruising and swelling in the back of the thigh
- Pain with walking especially at the end range of stride
- Tenderness when pressing on the hamstring muscle
- Weakness when bending the knee against resistance
Common Causes
- Explosive sprinting or acceleration
- Inadequate warm up before activity
- Fatigue in the later stages of a game or training session
- Previous hamstring strain with incomplete rehabilitation
- Muscle imbalances between the quadriceps and hamstrings
- Sudden increase in training load or sprint volume
How We Treat Hamstring Strain Treatment
At PHYZFIT our physiotherapists take a thorough evidence based approach. Every treatment plan is built around your goals, your lifestyle and your body.
Nordic Hamstring Curls
The most evidence supported exercise for both treating and preventing hamstring strains, progressive eccentric loading to rebuild strength and resilience.
Criteria Based Return to Sport
We use objective strength and functional tests rather than just time to determine when you are truly ready to return to full training.
Running Mechanics Assessment
For running athletes we assess and correct sprint mechanics that place excessive load on the hamstrings.
Prevention Program
A targeted program to significantly reduce your risk of reinjury, critical given the high recurrence rates of hamstring strains.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Your physio will conduct a thorough assessment of your injury, pain or concern. We take the time to understand your goals and get to work straight away with treatment and rehabilitation programming.
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Book online or over the phone. Same day appointments available at Bexley North and Marrickville. No referral needed.
Your Initial Assessment
Your physio conducts a thorough assessment of your injury, pain or concern and works with you to understand your goals.
Your Treatment Plan
You will leave with a clear treatment plan and timeline so you always know what to expect from each session.
Ongoing Support
We monitor your progress and adjust your plan every step of the way to keep you on track toward your goals.
Do not leave this untreated. Many patients tell us they wished they had come in sooner. The longer you wait the harder it can be to treat. Our team at PHYZFIT has appointments available now at Bexley North and Marrickville. Same day bookings are often available. Book in today and let us help you get back to doing what you love.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a hamstring strain take to heal?
Grade 1 strains typically take 1 to 2 weeks. Grade 2 take 4 to 8 weeks. Grade 3 tears can take 3 to 6 months. Your physio will give you a specific timeline based on your assessment.
When can I return to running?
Return to running is criteria based not time based at PHYZFIT. We use strength and functional tests to determine when you are genuinely ready to run.
How do I prevent another hamstring strain?
The Nordic hamstring curl program has the strongest evidence for reducing recurrence risk. We will build this into your rehabilitation and ongoing training program.
Should I stretch a hamstring strain?
In the acute phase (first 48 to 72 hours) aggressive stretching should be avoided. Your physio will guide you on when and how to introduce stretching appropriately.
Ready to Get Out of Pain?
Same day appointments available at Bexley North and Marrickville. No referral needed. Book in today.
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