title: Proximal Hamstring Tendinosis and Partial Ruptures.
abstract: Proximal hamstring tendinosis and partial hamstring origin ruptures are painful conditions of the proximal thigh and hip that may occur in the acute, chronic, or acute on chronic setting. Few publications exist related to their diagnosis and management. This systematic review discusses the incidence, treatment, and prognosis of proximal hamstring tendinosis and partial hamstring ruptures. Conservative treatment measures include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, rest, and ice. If these measures fail, platelet-rich plasma or shockwave therapy may be considered. When refractory to conservative management, these injuries may be treated with surgical debridement and hamstring reattachment. [Orthopedics. 2017; 40(4):e574-e582.].
authors.forename: Ashley N
authors.initials: AN
authors.lastname: Startzman
authors.forename: Oliver
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Fowler
authors.forename: Dominic
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Carreira
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy; D003646:Debridement / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D005260:Female; D000070633:Hamstring Muscles / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D059352:Musculoskeletal Pain / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D053657:Platelet-Rich Plasma; D012421:Rupture / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D052256:Tendinopathy / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery; D013848:Thigh / Q000293:injuries