Supplements and Treatments for Recovery from Grade 2 Hamstring Tear
Explore the potential benefits of supplements like BPC-157, collagen, and amino acids for tendon healing. Learn about treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy to aid recovery from a Grade 2 proximal hamstring tear in an active, healthy individual.
Supplement + Treatment Advice for Speedy Recovery for Proximal Hamstring Tear Grade 2
Hi Biohackers. Reaching out to see what would be a recommended course of supplements/treatments for someone with a tendon tear. I tore and strained my upper hamstring on 10/25 and have been exploring supplements and treatments - does anyone have recommendations? For reference, I am a 32 yo female that is relatively active/healthy.
Supplements - Would BCP-157 be a good option? Any OTC supplements to be adding to my diet?
Treatments - Hyperbaric oxygen chamber - have read you need to go at least 5 days in a row for benefits - has anyone done this?
Thanks!
MRI:
GRADE II HAMSTRING TENDON INSERTION INJURY CHARACTERIZED BY SEMIMEMBRANOSUS TENDON ISCHIAL TUBEROSITY INSERTION LOW GRADE II INTERSTITIAL PARTIAL TEAR MEASURING 2 X 3 MM.
EXTENSIVE PERITENDINITIS EXTENDING INFERIORLY FROM THE ISCHIAL TUBEROSITY MEASURING 9.3 CM LENGTH WHICH APPROXIMATES THE COURSE OF THE SCIATIC NERVE.
GRADE I INTRAMUSCULAR STRAIN OF THE QUADRATUS FEMORIS MEASURING 1.4 X 1.6 X 3.3 CM.
GRADE I INTRAMUSCULAR STRAIN OF THE OBTURATOR EXTERNUS INSERTION TO THE OBTURATORY MEMBRANE MEASURING 3.4 X 1.7 X 3.5 CM.
For a Grade 2 proximal hamstring tear recovery, certain supplements and treatments can potentially aid in the healing process.
Supplements
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BPC-157: This peptide is known for its potential in enhancing tendon and ligament healing1. However, BPC-157 is not approved by the FDA and should be used with caution, primarily under professional guidance due to limited human trials.
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Collagen and Gelatin: These are crucial for supporting tendon repair, as they provide essential building blocks for collagen synthesis2.
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Amino Acids: Specific amino acids like leucine, arginine, and glutamine can promote tissue repair and muscle recovery3.
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Vitamins and Minerals:
Treatments
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): This treatment involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room or chamber and is suggested to reduce inflammation and promote healing. While some anecdotal evidence supports its use, consistent clinical data is limited4. Consulting with a healthcare professional who specializes in HBOT could provide more personalized advice.
Combining nutritional support with physical therapy and, if needed, medical treatments can offer a comprehensive recovery approach. It's essential to discuss with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement or treatment, especially those that are not well-regulated.
Footnotes
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Ian Burton, "Nutritional Supplements in the Clinical Management of Tendinopathy: A Scoping Review," PubMed, 2023. ↩
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Federico Fusini, "Nutraceutical supplement in the management of tendinopathies: a systematic review," NCBI, 2016. ↩
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Luke Curtis, "Nutritional research may be useful in treating tendon injuries," PubMed, 2015. ↩ ↩2 ↩3
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Review and consideration of therapy efficacy based on anecdotal and emerging evidence. ↩
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