(English) Episode 191-Hamstring Strain Clinical Guidelines and Prevention

These clinical practice guidelines offer an evidence-based framework for managing hamstring strain injuries in athletic populations. Developed by the American Physical Therapy Association, the document synthesizes extensive research to improve diagnosis, rehabilitation, and injury prevention strategies. Key recommendations emphasize using eccentric exercises, such as the Nordic hamstring move, and progressive agility training to facilitate a safe return to sport. The text also outlines objective assessment tools for measuring strength and flexibility while identifying risk factors that lead to high reinjury rates. Ultimately, these guidelines serve as a comprehensive reference for clinicians to standardize care and optimize recovery outcomes for athletes.(Martin RL, Cibulka MT, Bolgla LA, Koc TA Jr, Loudon JK, Manske RC, et al. Hamstring strain injury in athletes: Clinical practice guidelines linked to the international classification of functioning, disability and health from the academy of orthopaedic physical therapy and the American academy of sports physical therapy of the American physical therapy association. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther [Internet]. 2022;52(3):CPG1–44. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2022.0301)