How to tape a Hamstring Injury

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The hamstring injury is a common, often acute, injury to the upper leg. This injury is high up in the top 10 most common sports injuries.

How does a hamstring injury occur?

The hamstring is a collective name for a group of muscles located at the back of the thigh. The main function of the hamstring is to extend the hip and bend the knee joint. The hamstring also helps to rotate the knee. In many sportsmen and women, these muscles are often shortened; in explosive sports such as football and handball, the hamstring can easily be stretched or even torn.

The cause of this injury must also be sought in an imbalance of the thigh muscles (muscle length and strength) and instability of the trunk and pelvic muscles.

Hamstring strapping with CureTape® within the rehabilitation process

The recovery time from a hamstring injury often takes several weeks to three months, depending on the severity of the injury. Treatment with CureTape® supports the rehabilitation process and reduces the pain, restoring the function. This makes it easier to carry out muscle-strengthening and stabilising exercises of the trunk and pelvis. This tape application can also be used preventatively before sports or during competitions.

Get started with these items to tape your hamstring injury

How to tape hamstring video

Instructions for professionals

  1. Green tape (CureTape Sports – lime):
    1. Measure the tape length with the hamstring in a stretched position by having the client stand or lie down.
    2. Place the end of the tape on the fibular head and the condylus laterlis / medialis tibae.
    3. Have the client extend the knee and bend the hips.
    4. Apply the CureTape with a 10% stretch to the sciatic tuberosity (just below the buttock).
    5. Rub CureTape well for better adhesion.
  2. Black tape (CureTape Sports – black):
    1. If there is a muscle tear, a cross can be applied over the affected area using the ligament technique as additional support.

Instructions for self taping (non-professionals)

  1. Green tape (CureTape Sports – lime):
    1. Measure the tape length while your leg is in a stretched position. You can do this by standing or lying down.
    2. Place the end of the tape on the outer side of your lower leg, just below your knee joint.
    3. Extend your knee and bend your hips.
    4. Apply the CureTape with a 10% stretch to the upper part of the back of your thigh, just below your buttock.
    5. Rub the tape well to ensure it sticks properly.
  2. Black tape (CureTape Sports – black):
    1. If you have a muscle tear, apply a cross over the painful area using the ligament technique for extra support.
Christina peter

Christina’s advice when taping your leg

When taping your leg, it’s crucial to choose a tape that provides strong adhesion and support. That’s why I recommend CureTape kinesiology tape. For regular use, CureTape Classic or Art is ideal. However, since feet can sweat and there’s lots of friction, I recommend to opt for the extra sticky CureTape Sports variant!

Christina Peter, Sports Physiotherapist and Tape Instructor for CureTape since 2003
Hamstring injuries are common among athletes and can significantly impact performance and daily activities. Hamstring taping, specifically using kinesiology tape, is an effective method to support recovery and prevent further injury. By applying the tape correctly, you can reduce pain, improve muscle function, and provide stability to the injured area. This technique helps in promoting blood flow, reducing swelling, and offering structural support without restricting movement. Whether you’re a professional athlete or someone recovering from a hamstring strain, proper taping can facilitate a quicker return to your regular activities and enhance your overall rehabilitation process.
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Learn how to tape

Want to learn how to apply tape yourself*? Check out our manuals on taping:

  • The Ultimate Taping Guide: Focuses on self-taping for the 30 most common injuries where taping provides support.
  • Kinesiology Taping Method Manual: Designed for (para medical) professionals, covering basic taping techniques and various pathologies.
  • Decompressive Taping Techniques Manual: Specifically focuses on lymphatic taping methods for decompression.

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Disclaimer
Please note that the indicated tape applications and information on our website about the possibilities with kinesiology tape have not yet been scientifically proven. The statements and examples mentioned are based on long-term experiences of patients and trained therapists.Contraindications not to tape: pregnancy, open wounds, broken bones, unexplained complaints, allergies and skin diseases, use of medication such as blood thinners, thrombosis and fever. Always apply tape in consultation with a specialist.

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