Summary of Heal Your Hamstring FAST! Home Rehab For Hamstring Injury

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The video covers how to rehab a hamstring injury in four phases, with the first phase focusing on reducing inflammation and stretching the hamstring. The second phase introduces gentle strengthening exercises, while the third phase adds in massage with a foam roller. The fourth and final phase consists of more aggressive strengthening exercises.

• 00:00:00 In this video, Dr. Tonenton discusses how to rehabilitate a hamstring injury, focusing on Phase 1 consisting of exercises to reduce inflammation, control range of motion, and stretch the hamstring. Phase 2, which typically occurs one to four weeks after the injury, involves increasing range of motion and introducing gentle strengthening exercises. Finally, in Phase 3, massage is taken up a level by using a foam roller to stretch the hamstring.
• 00:05:00 The video shows how to perform hamstring exercises that will help to increase strength and promote tissue remodeling. The first phase of the exercises focuses on isometric contractions, followed by a supine hamstring stretch. The second phase focuses on massage and stretch. The third phase introduces more aggressive exercises, such as hamstring curls on the ball and reverse lunges. The final phase of the exercises focuses on strengthening exercises.
• 00:10:00 The video demonstrates how to do a hamstring stretch, and provides tips on how to rehabilitate an injured hamstring. It also suggests exercises to improve hamstring strength.