Hamstring issues are a significant cause of pain behind the knee.

Below are possible types of injuries and their causes.

When Is Hamstring Knee Pain Potentially Serious?

Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD

Sometimes, hamstring knee pain is mild and goes away with rest.

In other cases, it can be more severe, signaling atorn muscle.

The answer depends on your injury’s key in, location, and severity.

It’s worth discussing your pain with a healthcare provider, especially if it comes on suddenly during exercise.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: OrthoInfo.Sprains, strains, and other soft tissue injuries.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: OrthoInfo.Hamstring muscle injuries.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: OrthoInfo.Pes aserine (knee tendon) bursitis.

Mount Siani.Hamstring strain - aftercare.

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