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Ice is better than heat for an acute injury during the first week. Most people stop icing after the first day or two unless they're very uncomfortable. No longer than 15 minutes at a time with a hamstring. If it were a toe or a finger, no more than 10 minutes as cases of frostbite have occurred. Always a good idea to place the ice in a plastic bag and place layers of paper or cloth towels between the bag and the skin. Remember RICE - rest, ice, compression, elevation. Generally 15 -20 min is maximum for icing an injury.
How to Recover From a Hamstring Strain. The hamstring plays a pivotal role in walking, jumping, running, cycling or swimming. The hamstrings are the powerhouse of your legs. Hamstrings allow you to bend your knees, straighten your leg and control movement from the hip. A hamstring injury can cause a big disruption in your fitness or training regimen, leaving you on the couch for weeks if not treated right.