The Orthobullets Podcast Knee & Sports | Hamstring Injuries
Jul 20, 2025
Discover the intricacies of hamstring injuries in athletes, focusing on their prevalence, anatomy, and treatment strategies. Learn about the mechanics behind these injuries and how to effectively diagnose them. The discussion also highlights muscle regeneration, exploring innovative techniques and recovery metrics that enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Engaging insights into re-injury factors make this a must-listen for anyone interested in sports medicine and athlete health.
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Non-Operative Treatment Guidelines
- Treat most hamstring injuries non-operatively with rest, ice, NSAIDs, protected weight bearing, stretching, and strengthening.
- PRP injections may help acute strains in high-level athletes to speed return to play.
Surgical Indications and Outcomes
- Surgery is for proximal avulsions, multiple tendon tears with >2cm retraction, or failed nonoperative treatment.
- Acute repair has about 80% return to sport but carries high complication risks, especially in chronic cases.
Rehabilitation and Prevention
- Extend protected weight bearing beyond 4 weeks if symptomatic; add hip and abdominal strengthening to prevent re-injury.
- Nordic hamstring exercises reduce injury risk by up to 70%.