A Comparison of 2 Rehabilitation Programs in the Treatment of Acute Hamstring Strains

2004406 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Marc A. Sherry · University of Wisconsin Health

Thomas M. Best · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Abstract

A rehabilitation program consisting of progressive agility and trunk stabilization exercises is more effective than a program emphasizing isolated hamstring stretching and strengthening in promoting return to sports and preventing injury recurrence in athletes suffering an acute hamstring strain. Future randomized clinical trials should investigate the potential for progressive agility and trunk stabilization programs in the prevention of hamstring strain injury during sports.

Topics & Keywords

Sports injuries and prevention Occupational Health and Performance Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy

Volume 34, Issue 3, pp. 116-125

DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2004.34.3.116

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