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Hamstring Tendonitis??

BuddhaMom74
BuddhaMom74 Posts: 147
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
At km 7 in to a 13K run this morning, I developed a rather intense pain at the back of my leg in the bend of my knee. I hobbled home for the remaining 6K :( After doing some preliminary interest research, I'm thinking it may be hamstring tendonitis.

Any other suggestions??

I've been trying to stay off it - I've had ice on and off it - but it still hurts. I will be pissed if 4 months in to running, I have to stop :(

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  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    Here's a list of causes for pain in that area:
    http://www.physio-pedia.com/Posterior_Knee_Pain#Differential_Diagnosis

    For a proper diagnosis, you'll probably need to see a sports doctor, orthopedist, or physiotherapist.
    In the mean time, avoid activities that cause pain.
  • BuddhaMom74
    BuddhaMom74 Posts: 147
    Great resource - thanks :) Now I'm even more confused :smile:
  • dinosnopro
    dinosnopro Posts: 2,177 Member
    Have you been having any calf issues on that side? A strained calf can trick you sometimes :wink:
  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
    See a doctor.
  • rainbowbow
    rainbowbow Posts: 7,490 Member
    See an orthopedic doctor. I had issues with my hamstring years ago and it never healed properly. Not something you want to mess with for sure!
  • BuddhaMom74
    BuddhaMom74 Posts: 147
    No calf issues, and no issues before today. The majority of the day spent with ice on it has helped, no more "pain", but I can still feel it.
    If not better in a few days will definitely make an appointment with my doctor.
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