Hamstring Strains St Peters
SA Running Injury Clinic is dedicated to offering care and treatment for hamstring strain sufferers in St Peters and nearby areas. A hamstring strain, a frequent leg injury, involves tearing one or more of the hamstring muscles. It commonly happens during sprinting or kicking. The severity of a hamstring strain can range from mild to very severe, potentially involving a complete tear of the muscle.
Poor timing-intermuscular coordination and insufficient eccentric strength in the hamstring muscles are the primary causes of hamstring strains.
Factors Contributing to Hamstring Strains
Other Factors which cause hamstring strains are:
- Excessive overstriding
- Poor pelvic control
- Improper warm-up
- Over-fatigued hamstring muscles
- Playing on wet, slippery surfaces increases hamstring strain due to slipping
Hamstring Strain Treatment near St Peters
Appointments at SA Running Injury Clinic can be booked online or by calling. Please note that we have two clinic sites.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700