Objective: Hamstring strains are one of the most common muscle strains in athletes; however, complete rupture of the proximal hamstring origin is rare and results from significant trauma. The ...

The proximal hamstring is a common location of athletic injuries. Athletes participating in sports that require sprinting, jumping, acceleration and deceleration are at increased risk. The strongest ...

This week we are going to discuss a rather obscure/rare condition that occurs primarily in athletes and those who are involved in rigorously active activities. They can range from water skiing to ...

Background: Hamstring injuries are common especially in athletes. Partial and complete tears of the proximal origin may cause pain and functional loss. Objective: To evaluate the results of surgical ...

Unfortunately, hamstring strains are both common and painful. They strike athletes of all sorts – including runners, skaters, and football, soccer, and basketball players. But what is a hamstring? It ...