What can be done for a pulled hamstring?

It's a muscle strain: A pulled hamstring is a strain of the hamstring muscle. This usually occurs when an eccentric load is placed on the muscle causing an excessive stretch or tear. Initial treatment involves rest, ice, compression with an ace bandage, and elevation.

Ice.: Ice the area for 20 minutes at a time, 4-5 times per day. See a sports medicine physician, who will probably prescribe physical therapy.