Hamstring injuries.
Hamstring injuries are a frequent injury in athletes. Proximal injuries are common, ranging from strain to complete tear. Strains are managed nonoperatively, with rest followed by progressive stretching and strengthening. Reinjury is a concern. High grade complete tears are better managed surgically, with reattachment to the injured tendon or ischial tuberosity. Distal hamstring injury is usually associated with other knee injuries, and isolated injury is rare.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, New York 07036, USA. ropiakc@gmail.com
Christopher R
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Ropiak
Joseph A
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Bosco
D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000293:injuries* / Q000503:physiopathology; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures; D012008:Recurrence; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D016896:Treatment Outcome