Objective To systematically review risk factors for hamstring strain injury (HSI). Design
Systematic review update. Data sources Database searches:(1) inception to 2011 (original) …

Macrophages are cells of the innate immunity constituting the mononuclear phagocyte
system and endowed with remarkable different roles essential for defense mechanisms …

Strength training is a valuable component of hamstring strain injury prevention programmes;
however, in recent years a significant body of work has emerged to suggest that the acute …

Background The architectural and morphological adaptations of the hamstrings in response
to training with different exercises have not been explored. Purpose To evaluate changes in …

Hamstring strain injuries (HSIs) are common in a number of sports and incidence rates have
not declined in recent times. Additionally, the high rate of recurrent injuries suggests that our …

Hamstring strain injuries remain a challenge for both athletes and clinicians, given their high
incidence rate, slow healing, and persistent symptoms. Moreover, nearly one third of these …

Macrophages are essential for the efficient healing of numerous tissues, and they contribute
to impaired healing and fibrosis. Tissue repair proceeds through overlapping phases of …

Objective To determine which strength training exercises selectively activate the biceps
femoris long head (BFLongHead) muscle. Methods We recruited 24 recreationally active …

Acute hamstring injuries are the most prevalent muscle injuries reported in sport. Despite a
thorough and concentrated effort to prevent and rehabilitate hamstring injuries, injury …

Nutrition is one method to counter the negative impact of an exercise-induced injury.
Deficiencies of energy, protein and other nutrients should be avoided. Claims for the …