The hamstrings are tendons (strong bands of tissue) at the back of the thighs that attach the large thigh muscle to the bone. The term "hamstring" also refers to the group of 3 muscles that run along the back of your thigh, from your hip to just below your knee.
How do you tell if you pulled your hamstring?
What Are the Symptoms of a Hamstring Strain?
- pain in the back of your thigh when you bend or straighten your leg.
- tenderness, swelling, and bruising in the back of the thigh.
- weakness in your leg that lasts for a long time after the injury.
How do you treat a sore hamstring?
What's the Treatment for a Hamstring Strain?
- Rest the leg. ...
- Ice your leg to reduce pain and swelling. ...
- Compress your leg. ...
- Elevate your leg on a pillow when you're sitting or lying down.
- Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. ...
- Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your doctor/physical therapist recommends them.
