Relação entre o encurtamento dos músculos isquiotibiais e o risco de lesões musculoesqueléticas: revisão de literatura

Abstract

Objectives: To analyze the relationship between hamstring muscle shortening and the risk of musculoskeletal injuries in the lumbar spine and lower limbs. Methodology: Qualitative literature review conducted in the PubMed, SciELO, and Google Scholar databases, including studies published between 2015 and 2025, with an initial search of 2,796 articles, resulting in the final selection of 18 studies. Results: An association was observed between reduced hamstring flexibility, biomechanical alterations, and low back pain, as well as impacts on the lower limbs. Stretching interventions demonstrated improvements in flexibility and pain; however, the relationship is not isolated. Conclusion: It is concluded that hamstring shortening has a relevant influence on musculoskeletal alterations, reinforcing the importance of preventive and functional physiotherapeutic assessment in physically active individuals.