Hamstring Injuries

Ace Sports Clinic Toronto offers customized treatment for hamstring injuries, from a torn hamstring and hamstring strains to hamstring tendonitis.

Discover Effective Hamstring Pain Relief at Ace Sports Clinic Toronto

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Tailored, Multi-Disciplinary Treatment for Acute Hamstring Injuries and Chronic Pain

The hamstrings are essential for stabilising the pelvis and generating force for major lower-body movements like running, sprinting, jumping, and knee flexion. Hamstring injuries—spanning minor strains and tendon irritation through to partial tears and persistent tendinopathy—are common, especially in activities that demand rapid acceleration, abrupt deceleration, or excessive stretching.

Our tailored hamstring injury treatment plans can include:

Clinical and physical assessments of your movement to identify causative factors
Soft tissue therapy to relieve any muscular tension, stress or stiffness
Articulation to reduce pain and stiffness whilst improving your mobility
Dry needling for pain relief and to minimise muscular tension through the elimination of trigger points
Specific advice surrounding potential causative and maintaining factors
Prescription of strengthening, stretching and mobility exercises to improve strength and movement whilst preventing recurrences
Collaboration with our multidisciplinary healthcare team to evaluate and improve all aspects of your health and wellbeing

Highly Qualified Hamstring Injury Physiotherapists

At Ace Sports Clinic Toronto, our team is trusted by weekend warriors and elite athletes worldwide, with extensive experience in hamstring injury assessment and treatment. We’ve helped countless clients find lasting relief from hamstring pain. From acute hamstring tears to chronic or hamstring tendonitis, our skilled Ace Certified Practitioners can provide the expert care you need.

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Common symptoms of a hamstring injury

Hamstring injuries can present with a range of symptoms, including:

Sudden, sharp pain in the back of the thigh during activity (especially sprinting or jumping)
A popping or snapping sensation at the time of injury
Swelling, bruising, or tenderness along the hamstring muscle
Pain that worsens with stretching or contracting the muscle
Stiffness and reduced flexibility in the back of the thigh
Weakness when bending the knee or extending the hip
Difficulty walking, running, or climbing stairs
A visible or palpable lump in the muscle (in more severe strains or tears)
Ongoing tightness or discomfort in the hamstring, particularly after sitting or physical activity

Types of hamstring injuries and pain we treat

Hamstring injuries are some of the most frequently encountered muscle injuries in both athletes and active people. While they can differ in type and severity, most can be grouped into a few core categories:

Muscle strain or tear – partial or complete tearing of the hamstring muscle fibres, often from sudden acceleration or overstretching
Tendinopathy – overuse or degeneration of the hamstring tendons, commonly near their attachment at the sit bone (ischial tuberosity)
Avulsion injury – when the tendon pulls away from the bone, sometimes taking a small bone fragment with it
Contusion (bruise) – caused by a direct blow to the back of the thigh, leading to bleeding within the muscle
Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) – stiffness and discomfort following intense or unfamiliar exercise
Chronic hamstring tightness – persistent tension or discomfort due to incomplete healing or muscle imbalance
Recurrent strain – reinjury from returning to activity too soon or not addressing underlying weakness or flexibility issues

Treatment protocol for hamstring injuries

Most hamstring injuries heal effectively with conservative care, and physiotherapy is central to that process. Treatment focuses on easing pain and swelling, restoring mobility, rebuilding strength, and guiding a progressive, safe return to activity.

Effective recovery from hamstring injuries typically involves a combination of:

Non-surgical treatment:

Manual therapy – including massage, dry needling, or soft tissue release to reduce muscle tension, promote healing, and improve mobility
Activity modification – guidance on resting from aggravating movements while maintaining safe levels of activity
Targeted exercise therapy – progressive stretching and strengthening exercises to restore hamstring flexibility, endurance, and control
Strength & conditioning – reconditioning the hamstrings, glutes, and core to improve stability and prevent future injury

Medical treatment:

Anti-inflammatory measures – such as ice, compression, or prescribed medication to manage pain and swelling
Imaging and specialist referral – in cases of significant tears or suspected avulsion injuries, further assessment may be required

Should surgery be necessary for a complete rupture or avulsion, we provide pre- and post-operative hamstring physio to improve hamstring recovery reduce the risk of re-injury.

About Our Toronto Clinic

Here at Ace Sports Clinic Toronto, our mission is to inspire high performance through positive and personalized care. We are dedicated to improving your overall health and well-being by providing the highest standard of care in a full-service, professional and collaborative environment.

Focusing on your specific needs, our Toronto team of therapists work together to provide a positive experience that helps you achieve your goals and live life to the fullest. Contact us today to see how we can help you recover from a pulled hamstring or hamstring pain today.

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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is an active, exercise-focused approach to pain, injury and rehabilitation. Our Toronto physiotherapists will get you moving again and improve your strength and flexibility.

Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a gentle, hands-on approach to pain, injury and prevention. Our Toronto osteopaths will identify the underlying cause, rather than just treating your symptoms so you can move freely.

Registered Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is the manipulation of the body's soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Our registered massage therapists can help with relaxation, recovery and performance.

Kinesiology

Kinesiology uses the latest evidence-based research to treat and prevent injury and disease, and to improve movement and performance. Call our Toronto Kinesiologists today to see how we can help you.

Dry Needling

Dry needling reaches into the muscles releasing deep knots, tightness and tension providing pain relief and improved muscle activation. Visit our Toronto dry needling therapists today and experience better movement.

Helping You Live Your Best Life

I had an amazing experience at Ace Sports Clinic. The staff were kind and offered me a refreshment while I waited for my appointment. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing.

Thanks to everyone at the Ace clinic for their assistance with my recovery, your understanding of my long-term injury and clear direction with “the Ace way” has given me hope of a full recovery.

I have been a client of Ace Sports Clinic for a number of years. Whether injury-related or just for a tune-up, the staff are experienced and knowledgeable and have always provided excellent service. They share the common goal of maintaining activity, fitness and happiness for their clients.

Can’t recommend Ace Sport Clinic highly enough. I have seen a number of practitioners since I was a young athlete and can say with confidence that this is an exceptional facility. Feeling very appreciative and so much better!

This is an amazing clinic! Seamless service and the professionals are top notch. I got great advice and care with a clear plan. Highly recommend!

Extremely professional and knowledgeable. My appointment was thorough and the rehab plan developed exactly to my needs and specific issues. Highly recommend.

I had my first visit to Ace Sports Clinic. Very impressed with everybody! From being able to get an appointment in the same morning I phoned in, to the professionalism and expertise, the level of knowledge, the follow up exercises, the location, all tops!!!

Start to finish, my experience with Ace Sports Clinic has been seamless and nothing short of enjoyable! From online health forms to a clean and professional environment, Ace Sports Clinic offers a world-class experience for anyone to looking to improve their health.

Really v. impressed with the total experience at the Ace Sports Clinic. From the friendly and super knowledgeable staff, to the way that they integrate treatment, to follow up advice, to the way that they understand your injury and treatment from an active sport perspective, I would recommend the clinic to anyone, and have already told a bunch of my colleagues. Cheers!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a practitioner at Ace Sports Clinic?

No, you do not require a referral to see any of our practitioners. Osteopathic practitioners and physiotherapists are primary health care practitioners who can accurately diagnose and manage all musculoskeletal injuries. We work closely with sports doctors and GPs, so we are always happy to collaborate with your doctor if you request.

How should I prepare for my visit?

If it’s your first visit, please complete all of the applicable forms online prior to your appointment. These forms will be emailed to you. If you experience any difficulties with the forms, please arrive 15-20 minutes before your scheduled appointment time so that we can assist you.
Bring comfortable loose-fitting clothing to allow for the comprehensive assessment (t-shirt, shorts, running shoes).
Bring any relevant medical information, copies of scans and reports, doctors’ notes and your current exercise program. These documents can also be emailed to us.

What kind of payment methods do you accept?

We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and EFTPOS.

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1 St Clair Ave. West, Suite 302
Toronto, ON M4V 1K6 Canada

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Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Sat: 8:00am – 1:00pm