Muscle Strains
Physiotherapy for muscle strains in Reading
A muscle strain is a stretch or tear of muscle fibres, often called a 'pulled muscle'. They commonly affect the hamstrings, calf, groin, and thigh.
Common Symptoms
- Sudden pain during activity
- Tenderness over the muscle
- Swelling or bruising
- Pain when stretching or using the muscle
- Weakness or a feeling of tightness
Common Causes
- Sudden sprinting or stretching
- Inadequate warm-up
- Fatigue
- Rapid increases in training
- Poor flexibility or strength
How Physiotherapy May Help
Your physiotherapist will grade the severity of the strain and guide a phased rehabilitation programme. Treatment progresses from gentle mobility to strengthening and a graded return to sport, helping reduce the risk of re-injury.
What to Expect at Reading Wellness Clinic
A muscle assessment, a graded rehabilitation plan, and clear guidance on when to progress running and sport.
When to Seek Urgent Help
Seek urgent care if you hear a pop, see a visible muscle defect, or have severe pain and bruising after an injury.
Get Help for Muscle Strains
Book an assessment with one of our experienced clinicians to discuss your symptoms.
Experiencing muscle strains symptoms?
Book an assessment with Reading Wellness Clinic and our physiotherapy team can discuss your symptoms and determine the most appropriate next step.