Recurrent Hamstring Injuries

The risk for recurrent hamstring injuries acknowledged as being multi-factorial in nature. The inter-relationships between the various possible risk factors need to be investigated more fully and integrated into a big picture. Based on the meta-analyses, only the past history of hamstring injury, increasing age, and quadriceps peak torque were identified as significant risk factors. Therefore, ongoing research is suggested to identify areas that should be addressed by health practitioner when screening, managing, and evaluating athletes. The current best interaction effects suggest that the risk of future hamstring strain associated with the risk factor could be extenuated by optimal control of eccentric hamstring strength. In light of present