Hamstring Tear

Hamstring Tear

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Bone, Muscle, & Joint
Diseases & Conditions
Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAJul 07, 2020

The topic Hamstring Tear you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Hamstring Muscle Injuries.

Quick Summary:

  • The hamstrings are a group of three muscles that run down the back of the thigh. The three hamstring muscles are semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris
  • A Hamstring Muscle Injury, such as a Pulled Hamstring, is an injury characterized by the partial tearing or sudden stretching of one or more of these muscle fibers located along the back of the thigh
  • These injuries are very common in sportspersons or athletes who participate in sports such as basketball, football, and tennis. The risk of an injury to the hamstring is also common in sports that require a lot of running, such as with track and field events and athletics
  • Individuals that return too quickly from a Hamstring Injury before it had a chance to heal may cause the injury to recur
  • The appropriate treatment for Hamstring Muscle Injuries does not usually involve surgery. However, surgery may be required if the hamstring is pulled completely off the bone. The prognosis for a majority of such injuries is usually excellent

Depending on the severity of the injury, physicians usually classify Hamstring Muscle Injuries into three different grades. These grades include:

  • Grade I Hamstring Muscle Injury: Grade I occurs when only a small number of muscle fibers have been stretched or torn
  • Grade II Hamstring Muscle Injury: Grade II occurs when a larger number of muscle fibers have been stretched or torn, resulting in immediate pain, decreased strength, and occasional bruising
  • Grade III Hamstring Muscle Injury: Grade III is a complete rupture of the muscle fibers within the thigh

Please find comprehensive information on Hamstring Muscle Injuries regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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