Burwood NSW · Hamstring Strain Physiotherapy
A hamstring strain is one of the most common and most mismanaged sports injuries. Without proper rehabilitation, recurrence rates are extremely high. Expert physiotherapy is the key to lasting recovery.
Our sports physiotherapists accurately grade your hamstring injury and design a stage-based program — from initial injury management through to confident, full-speed return to sport.
How We Treat This Condition
Evidence-based treatment tailored to your specific presentation and goals.
Accurate Assessment
Determine the muscle involved, the grade of tear, and any proximal hamstring tendon involvement — essential for the right management approach.
Learn more →Early Phase Management
Protect the healing tissue with appropriate activity modification, pain management, and gentle early movement to prevent excessive scar formation.
Learn more →Manual Therapy
Targeted soft tissue release, neural mobilisation, and hip joint work to restore full movement without guarding.
Learn more →Eccentric Strengthening
Nordic curls, Romanian deadlifts, and progressive sprinting drills — the gold-standard approach proven to prevent recurrence.
Learn more →Return-to-Sport Testing
Objective isokinetic-equivalent testing and sprint mechanics analysis before full return — no guesswork.
Learn more →Prevention Program
Individualised maintenance program of eccentric strengthening and flexibility work to prevent future strains.
Learn more →When to See a Physio for a Hamstring Strain
Book an assessment soon after a hamstring strain to grade its severity and guide a safe return to activity — earlier assessment reduces the risk of re-injury, which is common with hamstring strains that aren’t properly rehabilitated.
What Happens at Your First Appointment?
Full Assessment
Detailed history, movement analysis and clinical tests to identify the root cause of your problem.
Diagnosis & Plan
We explain exactly what is going on and create a realistic, goal-focused treatment timeline.
Hands-On Treatment
Most patients receive treatment in their first session — manual therapy, needling, or exercise prescription.
Home Program
You leave with clear exercises and self-management strategies to accelerate your recovery.
Why Choose Burwood Physio?
- AHPRA-registered physiotherapists
- Same-day and next-day appointments available
- HICAPS on-site — claim health fund rebate instantly
- Medicare bulk billing with GP CDM plan
- NDIS registered provider
- WorkCover and icare accepted
- Evidence-based treatment — no unnecessary sessions
- 2 minutes walk from Burwood Station
📍 Located in Burwood: Shop 2, 36–38 Victoria St East, Burwood NSW 2134. 2 min from Burwood Station. Open Mon–Sat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best treatment for a hamstring strain?
Accurate grading, progressive eccentric strengthening, and a criteria-based return to running program deliver the best outcomes.
How quickly should I start physiotherapy after a hamstring strain?
As soon as possible. Early intervention — even within 24–48 hours — leads to significantly faster recovery.
What is the most important exercise for hamstring recovery?
Eccentric strengthening exercises, particularly Nordic hamstring curls, are the most important for both recovery and preventing recurrence.
Can hamstring strains affect the sciatic nerve?
Yes. The sciatic nerve runs adjacent to the hamstring. Some hamstring injuries cause neural symptoms that require specific nerve treatment.
How many physio sessions do I need for a hamstring strain?
Grade 1: 2–4 sessions. Grade 2: 6–10 sessions. Grade 3 or complex: 10–20+ sessions including full return-to-sport program.
What causes a hamstring strain?
Hamstring strains typically occur during high-speed running or sudden acceleration, often due to fatigue, inadequate warm-up, muscle imbalance, or a previous hamstring injury that was not fully rehabilitated.
How do I know how severe my hamstring strain is?
Severity is graded from Grade 1 (mild, minimal fibre damage) to Grade 3 (complete tear). Your physiotherapist will assess strength, pain location, and movement to determine grade and expected recovery timeframe.
What does hamstring strain treatment involve at Burwood Physio?
Treatment progresses from pain and swelling management through progressive strengthening, particularly eccentric hamstring exercises, to sport-specific sprinting and agility work before full return to sport.
What is the biggest risk factor for re-injuring my hamstring?
Returning to sport before regaining full strength is the leading cause of re-injury. We use objective strength testing, not just time or pain levels, before clearing return to sport.
Can poor flexibility cause hamstring strains?
Flexibility plays a role, but strength and the ability to control the muscle at high speed matter more. Our rehabilitation programs emphasise strength and control, not just stretching, to reduce re-injury risk.
Get your hamstring right the first time
Expert rehabilitation means fewer recurrences and faster return to sport.