Difference between revisions of "Treat a Pulled Hamstring Muscle"
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Even a minor strain on your hamstring should be treated immediately to reduce swelling and encourage the healing process as soon as possible. It can be tough for an athlete to accept the need to rest and return to exercises gradually, but pushing oneself too hard greatly increases the chance of re-injury. In most cases, the injured person is back to normal within a few weeks, but in severe cases surgery may be required. | Even a minor strain on your hamstring should be treated immediately to reduce swelling and encourage the healing process as soon as possible. It can be tough for an athlete to accept the need to rest and return to exercises gradually, but pushing oneself too hard greatly increases the chance of re-injury. In most cases, the injured person is back to normal within a few weeks, but in severe cases surgery may be required. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Immediate Treatment=== | ===Immediate Treatment=== | ||
