Non-Operative Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Non-Operative rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 2023. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| SAM Health — Hamstring Strain (Non-Operative) | FWB as tolerated; return to walking as soon as possible | No passive stretching Phase I; no kicking/sprinting/passive stretching Sub-Acute; no sprinting until… |
| University of Delaware Physical Therapy — Hamstring Strain… | Full WB; assistive device if antalgic gait in acute phase; ice in lengthened position… | Pain monitoring model throughout: ≤5/10 during and after exercises (must return to baseline by next morning)… |
All 2 Non-Operative protocols
Non-Operative — Hamstring Strain (Non-Operative)
SAM Health
Non-Operative — Hamstring Strain (Non-Operative)
University of Delaware Physical Therapy