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Understanding Hamstring Tears: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Tips
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Tanvi Verma
27/10/2025
Understanding Hamstring Tears: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Hamstring Tears: Main Causes and Risk Factors A hamstring muscle tear occurs when one or more of the muscles at the back of your thigh are overstretched or abruptly forced beyond their natural range. These injuries are particularly common among athletes involved in sprinting, football, or sports demanding rapid…Understanding Hamstring Tears: Main Causes and Risk Factors A hamstring muscle tear occurs when one or more of the muscles at the back of your thigh are overstretched or abruptly forced beyond their natural range. These injuries are particularly common among athletes involved in sprinting, football, or sports demanding rapid acceleration and deceleration. The hamstring group consists of three main muscles: the biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus. Tears can range from mild overstretching to complete ruptures. The most frequent cause of a hamstring tear is a sudden explosive movement, such as sprinting or jumping, which overwhelms the muscle's capacity to contract and absorb force. Fatigue, inadequate warm-up, previous hamstring injury, or having muscle imbalances where the quadriceps overpower the hamstrings, also significantly increase your risk. These risks highlight why recognising the signs and acting swiftly can be so important in avoiding further injury. Symptoms o...
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