Hamstring Strains St Georges
SA Running Injury Clinic proudly offer care and treatment for hamstring strains sufferers in St Georges 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.
The cause of hamstring strains is often poor timing-intermuscular coordination and inadequate eccentric strength in the hamstring muscles.
Factors Contributing to Hamstring Strains
Further causes of hamstring strains include:
- Overstriding while walking or running
- Lack of pelvic control
- Improper warm-up
- Over-fatigued hamstring muscles
- Wet slippery playing surface will put more strain on the hamstring due to slipping
Hamstring Strain Treatment near St Georges
You can book an appointment at SA Running Injury Clinic online or over the phone. Please note we have two clinics.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700