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I am a runner and woke up to my right hamstring being sore. i thought it was from speed, and ran a few miles at an easy pace. the next day, it was even worse and now i can barely sleep! dont remember hearing pop so dont think torn. is it strained?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Well : These are signs or symptoms of a strain or pulled muscle which involves tearing of the muscle fibers this can take a couple of weeks to heal. Generally avoiding the activity that caused it is recommended until it heals

Answered 1/1/2020

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A member asked:

I am a runner and woke up to my right hamstring being sore. i thought it was from speed, and ran a few miles at an easy pace. the next day, it was even worse and now i can barely sleep! dont remember hearing pop so dont think torn. is it strained?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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