Hamstring Strains Sefton Park
SA Running Injury Clinic proudly offer care and treatment for hamstring strains sufferers in Sefton Park and surrounding communities. Hamstring strain is a common leg injury involving a tear in one or more of the hamstring muscles. It usually happens when someone is sprinting or kicking. A hamstring strain can range from mild to very severe involving a complete tear of the hamstring muscle.
Poor timing-intermuscular coordination and insufficient eccentric strength in the hamstring muscles are the primary causes of hamstring strains.
Causes of Hamstring Strains
Other contributing factors to hamstring strains are:
- Overstriding in gait
- Weak pelvic control
- Insufficient warm-up
- Over-fatigued hamstring muscles
- Wet slippery playing surface will put more strain on the hamstring due to slipping
Get Treatment for Hamstring Strains near Sefton Park
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