Recurrent posterior thigh symptoms detrimental to performance in rugby union: predisposing factors.
Recurrent hamstring injury is a very common problem in rugby union, but has been largely ignored in the literature. It is concluded that a multifactorial aetiology may be present, and that these symptoms may be part of a continuum of symptoms that may lead to more serious injuries. Effective management needs to focus not just locally, but include proximal issues such as lumbo-pelvic stability and correcting lumbar spine dysfunction. The factors addressed in a prevention programme are likely to contribute to performance gains.
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Paddington Physiotherapy, Queensland, Australia. paddingtonphysio@hotmail.com
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D015984:Causality; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods; D005538:Football / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000379:methods; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000293:injuries*; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012008:Recurrence; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013848:Thigh / Q000293:injuries*