Pulled my hammy

[jab1234]

I pulled my hamstring tonight playing baseball. I'm on my 3rd week of a 12 week 250mg Test C cycle.

Anybody have suggestions on what I can do? Obviously stiff leg deadlifts are out of the question, but is there any problem with continuing to workout my upper body?

Also what is the proper treatment for my hammy.

This sucks on all levels, seeing how I was doing well playing ball and just getting my cycle started. I was afraid they would have to put an asterisk next to my stats, but looks like Bonds homerun record is safe for now.

[c-Z]

Legs are an important body part to work out as well.... but being that 90% of people don't even work legs. ide say your fine doing upper body.... just rest that hammy up don't push it.

[ottomaddox]

There are many different levels of hamstring pulls. I had a level 3 pull in which the entire back side of my leg turned black, from my calf to the middle of my ass, and the muscle rolled up like an old window blind. I would reccommend RICE: Rest Ice Compression Elevation. Take it easy and let it fully heal before you try putting a lot of stress on it.

[jab1234]

After reading up on the grade/severity of the injury, I want to say I probably have a grade 2. It's definitely not as bad as your's was, but maybe I'll wake in the morning and it is.

Can I leave my compression bandage on over night?

[ottomaddox]

Symptoms of a Pulled Hamstring:
A sudden sharp pain at the back of the leg during exercise-most probably during sprinting or high velocity movements.
Pain on stretching the muscle (straightening the knee whilst bending forwards).
Pain on contracting the muscle against resistance.
Swelling and bruising.
If the rupture is severe a gap in the muscle may be felt.
Click here for information on how a hamstring strain is assessed.

Severity of a Pulled Hamstring:
Strains are graded 1, 2 or 3 depending on severity. Grade 1 consists of minor tears within the muscle. A grade 2 is a partial tear in the muscle and grade 3 is a severe or complete rupture of the muscle.

Grade 1: What does it feel like?

May have tightness in the posterior thigh.
Probably able to walk normally however will be aware of some discomfort
Minimal swelling.
Lying on front and trying to bend the knee against resistance probably won't produce much pain.
Grade 2: What does it feel like?

Gait will be affected-limp may be present .
May be associated with occasional sudden twinges of pain during activity.
May notice swelling.
Pressure increases pain.
Flexing the knee against resistance causes pain.
Might be unable to fully straighten the knee.
Grade 3: What does it feel like?

Walking severely affected- may need walking aids such as crutches
Severe pain- particularly during activity such as knee flexion.
Noticeable swelling visible immediately.

Treatment of a Pulled Hamstring:
What can the athlete do?

It is vitally important that treatment for a pulled hamstring starts immediately following injury. The most important phase for treatment is the first 48 hours post-injury. In this time the following can be carried out by the athlete themselves:

Use Cold Therapy (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate) technique
Use a compression bandage to minimize intra muscular bleeding.
Early mobilization of the injured lower limb is vital for the correct rehabilitation of the muscle. This includes stretching and strengthening exercises throughout the pain free range. These can aid with decreasing the swelling in the area. In addition, exercise will ensure that any new material will be laid down in correct orientation thus reducing the risk of subsequent injuries.

[ninesecz]

I would say to change up your routine a bit! If you go balls out on your upper body, your legs will be way behind by the time you can start hitting them again

[HIITB$]

Crap i want a pulled hammy (kidding) but look bro you got an excuse to not train legs and just work on your beach muscles and not even feel bad about it lol I know i know legs are crucial but lets face it...legs suck lol

You can follow through but depending on the severtiy and your goals of the cylce you might actually want to consider stopping and PCT'n (should recover fast) and then doing the cycle later.

[Tigershark]

Man that sucks. Hope you get better soon.

[jab1234]

Thanks for the words of advice guys...I'm definitely going to have to monitor how I feel before even getting back in the gym. I just woke up and have a serious limp right now, so even going to the gym for upper body is out of the question.

I'll continue to ice and hope the pain goes down.

[Free Will]

man i feel your pain ...i not long ago had a hernia operation and i was out for 2 months ...it killed me being away from the GYM for that long but once you heal mate there will always be more juice around for you to use and the great thing is ...muscle memory , good luck

[jab1234]

Hey do you guys think that my AAS will help with the recovery of my hamstring? Would there be any benefit to increasing my dosage?

Currently at 250mg/week of Test C...3rd week of 12 week cycle

[jab1234]

does anyone know of any clinical studies or research on the effects of AAS on recovery of sports related injuries?