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Osteopathy · Muscular Pain, Strains & Tears

Muscle strains
& tears.

Muscle injuries heal faster with the right approach — not just rest.

Muscle strains and tears are among the most common sports and lifestyle injuries. The grading of the injury and the quality of early management determine how quickly — and how completely — you recover. Hamstring strains illustrate the stakes: prior injury is the single strongest predictor of the next one, and eccentric strength work such as the Nordic hamstring exercise is the best-supported way to cut that risk (Hagos et al., EFORT Open Reviews, 2025).

Last updated: October 2026

Muscle strains and tears are among the most common sports and lifestyle injuries. The grading of the injury and the quality of early management determine how quickly — and how completely — you recover. Hamstring strains illustrate the stakes: prior injury is the single strongest predictor of the next one, and eccentric strength work such as the Nordic hamstring exercise is the best-supported way to cut that risk (Hagos et al., EFORT Open Reviews, 2025). Rehabilitation that stops when the pain does is what drives the recurrence rate.

Common causes

Hamstring strain

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The most common muscle tear in sport. Requires graded loading — not just rest — to rebuild tensile strength and prevent re-tear.

Calf strain

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Sudden sharp pain in the calf from sprinting, jumping, or change of direction. Proper rehabilitation reduces the risk of chronic issues.

Hip flexor strain

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Overload or sudden stretch injury to the iliopsoas or rectus femoris. Common in kicking sports and sprinters.

Chronic muscular pain

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Persistent muscular tension and trigger points from overuse, poor mechanics, or stress. Responds well to soft tissue treatment and retraining.
Osteopath Steven Eskaf mobilising a patient’s hip and knee while they lie face down on the treatment table
Hands-on treatment at RISE Sports & Spinal.

How we treat it

Acute management, graded loading protocols, soft tissue work, and strength programming specific to the injured muscle and sport or activity. We guide return-to-sport with milestone-based criteria.

Ready to get started?

Same-week appointments available. Initial consult 60 min · $149 · HICAPS on-site.

Common questions

FAQ: muscular pain, strains & tears

Should I stretch a muscle strain?
Not in the acute phase. Gentle movement is fine; aggressive stretching of an acute tear delays healing.
How long does a hamstring strain take?
Grade 1: 1–2 weeks. Grade 2: 4–8 weeks. Grade 3: 8–16 weeks with proper rehab. Re-injury risk drops significantly with structured loading.
Can I exercise around a muscle tear?
Yes. We identify pain-free movement and keep you training during recovery — critical for maintaining fitness and muscle health.

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