Overview
Your healthcare provider may be able to diagnose your hamstring injury based on the symptoms you report. They may test the tenderness and examine the swelling and bruising around your hamstring. Sometimes they may order a magnetic resonance imaging test (MRI).
What healthcare providers diagnose hamstring injuries?
Your primary healthcare provider can diagnose a hamstring injury, talk to you about how to treat it and let you know when you can return to your normal activities. They might also refer you to a physiotherapist, sports medicine specialist or orthopedic (bone) healthcare provider if you need special help.
What questions might a healthcare provider help to diagnose a hamstring injury?
It’s helpful to be prepared to answer questions your healthcare provider may ask. Possible questions include:
- What symptoms are you experiencing?
- Are you in pain?
- Where is the pain located?
- When did the injury occur?
- What were you doing when you were injured?
- What medications do you take?
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