Eccentric Hamstring Slider - Strengthening exercise for tendinitis

Exercise Overview

The eccentric hamstring slider is a strengthening exercise designed to load the hamstring muscles and tendon during the lengthening phase. It is commonly used in rehabilitation for hamstring tendinopathy and related posterior thigh or knee conditions to improve strength, tendon capacity, and movement control.

Muscles Involved

Biceps femorisSemitendinosusSemimembranosusGluteus maximusGastrocnemiusRectus abdominisTransversus abdominis

Related Conditions

Hamstring tendinopathyDistal hamstring tendinitisProximal hamstring tendinopathyPosterior knee painHamstring strain rehabilitationReduced eccentric hamstring strength

Equipment Needed

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