How do you recover from pulled hamstring?

Well first you have to figure out what type of hamstring you have. Grade 1,2 or 3.

Grade 1:

-Might have tightness in the thigh.

-May be able to walk properly.

-Probably won't have much swelling.

-Lying on front and trying to bend the knee against resistance probably won't produce much pain.

Grade 2:

-Probably cannot walk properly.

-May get occasional sudden twinges of pain during activity.

-May notice swelling.

-Pressing in causes pain.

-Bending the knee against resistance causes pain.

-Might be unable to fully straighten the knee.

Grade 3-

-Unable to walk properly without the aid of crutches.

-In severe pain.

-Bad swelling appear immediately.

-A static contraction will be painful and might produce a bulge in the muscle.

-Expect to be out of competition for 3 to twelve weeks or more.

After you figure out which one you have here is how to heal it:

Grade 1:

-Use a compression bandage or heat retainer until you feel no pain.

-See a sports injury professional who can advise on rehabilitation and strengthening.

Grade 2-

-Ice, compress, elevate, use crutches for 3 to 5 days.

-See a sports injury specialist who can advise on rehabilitation.

Grade 3:

-Seek medical attention immediately!!!

-R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate.) Use crutches.

-See a sports injury professional who can advise on rehabilitation and prevention.