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Tight hamstrings & bilat shooting pain dwn thighs x4months.runner.previously flexible.have ctd. md quickly dx'd me w/hamstring pull.referred me to pt?
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Hamstrings: Trial of pt and non steroidal anti inflammatory agents would be of help for hamstring pull along with rest and gradual increase in exercise and stretching . Consider further work up if no response.
Answered 5/7/2016
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