What is a Hamstring Strain? Mitcham & Aspendale Gardens, Victoria
A hamstring strain occurs when one or more of the muscles at the back of the thigh are overstretched or torn. It is a common injury among athletes who engage in high-intensity sports involving sprinting, sudden movements, or excessive stretching, such as football, soccer, and athletics.
Hamstring injuries vary in severity:
- Grade 1: Mild strain with minor discomfort and minimal damage.
- Grade 2: Partial tear causing pain and limited flexibility.
- Grade 3: Complete tear requiring longer rehab or surgery.
At Full Speed Performance, we provide tailored physiotherapy to speed up recovery and restore balanced, functional movement.
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Symptoms of Hamstring Strain Injury
The signs of a hamstring strain injury may include:
- Painful hamstring muscles that are sore or tender to touch.
- Sudden pain during activity, especially when sprinting, kicking, or changing direction.
- Swelling or bruising in the back of the thigh.
- Difficulty walking or running, particularly if the muscle is torn.
- A noticeable tightness or weakness in the injured hamstring.
If the hamstring muscle is torn, athletes may also experience difficulty fully straightening the leg or bearing weight. Hamstring tear symptoms are often accompanied by visible bruising due to internal bleeding.
Our Expert Hamstring Strain Rehabilitation
At Full Speed Performance, we deliver targeted hamstring strain rehab focused on fast, safe recovery and long-term performance.
- Initial Assessment and Diagnosis: We assess your injury and muscle imbalances to create a tailored rehab plan.
- Acute Care and Pain Management: We apply the RICER protocol to manage pain, reduce swelling, and protect the injury.
- Rehab and Strengthening: Once stable, we use manual therapy, eccentric exercises, and mobility work to rebuild strength and flexibility.
- Return to Sport: Using VALD testing and running protocols, we guide a safe return to high-performance activity.
- Injury Prevention: Ongoing strength and mobility training helps prevent re-injury and supports lasting performance.
With the right plan and expert guidance, you’ll recover faster, move better, and return stronger, ready to perform confidently.
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Symptom Management
We carefully assess and address your specific pain points and discomfort
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Pathology Understanding
We analyse your injury through detailed assessment and imaging when necessary
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Objective Progress Tracking
We measure your improvement week-by-week using advanced testing technology
📞 Book Your Hamstring Rehab Today
If you're dealing with a hamstring strain, don’t wait. Our expert team will guide you through a structured rehab plan to restore strength, prevent re-injury, and get you back to peak performance—safely and efficiently.
Book your consultation today and take the first step toward a faster, stronger recovery.
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Our team at Full Speed Performance has supported everyone from elite athletes to everyday individuals, earning the trust of professional sports teams, orthopaedic specialists, and performance coaches. We deliver the same high-quality care to every client, whether you're aiming for peak performance or simply want to move pain-free.
FAQ
Not always. Most hamstring strains can be accurately diagnosed through a clinical assessment. However, imaging like ultrasound or MRI may be recommended for severe or unclear cases.
Complete rest is only advised during the first 48–72 hours. After that, guided movement and rehab exercises are vital for a safe and effective recovery.
We combine expert physiotherapy, sports science, and advanced tech, such as VALD testing, to deliver personalised, high-performance rehab with lasting results.
Yes. We’ll modify your program so you can stay active safely, working around your injury without compromising recovery.
We focus on long-term injury prevention through targeted strength training, flexibility work, and correcting imbalances to reduce risk and improve performance.

