The Specialty Clinics of UAB Hospital at UAB Medical West are now accepting adult patients of all ages for non-emergency care. Staffed by experienced and compassionate UAB Medicine doctors, nurses, and other professionals, these clinics are located on the 6th floor of the UAB Medical West medical office building (MOB) in Bessemer, Ala.

Justin Kirk, PT, is a physical therapist at UAB Medicine. Below, he answers some questions about hamstring strains.

Physical therapy (PT) is a type of treatment provided when health issues make it hard for a person to move around and do routine, everyday activities including those that build motor skills and improve strength, posture, and balance. It may relieve pain, help, improve or restore physical function, and improve fitness. A physician may prescribe […]