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Health Tip: Straining the Hamstring
Who's at greater risk
Thu Jul 02, 2009, 09:00
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(HealthDay News) -- A hamstring injury can sideline an athlete or exercise buff for quite a while.
While anyone can pull a hamstring, some people are at greater risk of the injury. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers this list:
- Young athletes who are still maturing.
- Many professional athletes, including runners, football players, skaters and soccer players.
- People who run or sprint for exercise.
- Dancers.
- Seniors who play sports or who take frequent walks.
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