A hamstring injury typically causes a sudden, sharp pain in the back of the thigh that may stop you mid-stride. After such an injury you may have difficulty extending the knee without pain. Like most sprains and strains, hamstring injuries are usually caused by excessive stretching (tearing) of muscle fibres or other soft tissues beyond their limits. To understand the injury and to find out the best way to treat and prevent hamstring problems, read our full blog.
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