A derecho (/dÉËreÉªtÊoÊ/, from Spanish: derecho [deËÉ¾etÊo], straight) is a widespread, long-lived, straight-line wind storm that is associated with a land-based, fast-moving group of severe thunderstorms. Derechos can cause hurricane-force winds, tornadoes, heavy rains, and flash floods.
In human anatomy, a hamstring is one of the three posterior thigh muscles in between the hip and the knee. In quadrupeds, the hamstring is the single large tendon found behind the knee or comparable area.
Sleeves, Wraps & Support for Hamstring Strains & Injuries. The big group of muscles and tendons in the back of the thigh are called the hamstrings. injuries in this powerful muscle group are common, especially in athletes. The most common type of hamstring injury is a strained hamstring or hamstring tear.