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Hamstring Sets

Also called hamstring set, isometric hamstring set, ham sets, hamstring squeezes.

Hamstring Sets: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Lie on your back with the leg straight. Press your heel down into the bed and tighten the muscle at the back of your thigh. Hold 5 seconds, then relax.

Body region
Knee
Position
Supine
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Femur Intramedullary Nail
  • Hamstring Strain
  • Knee Ligament Laxity (Non-Surgical)
  • Knee Replacement
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Revision Knee Replacement

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