In this episode, Dr. Daniel Shapiro explains why classic hamstring stretches can backfire—and what to do instead to calm the system and build durable strength.You’ll learn: • Muscle vs. nerve vs. tendon: how to tell what’s really driving that tight, grabby feeling. • Red flags that stretching is wrong for you right now: burning/zinging below the knee, symptoms that flare for 24+ hours, deep ache with long sitting. • Quick self-screens you can try at home to clue in the true cause. • When to push and when to pause: how to use next-day symptom check-ins so you keep improving without flaring.If you’ve been yanking on a “tight” hamstring for months, this episode gives you a smarter path: less stretch, better load, more relief.Important Note:This is educational content and not medical advice. Speak with your clinician about a safe plan tailored to you.Free Resources & Work With Us🤝 From NY, NJ, FL, or MA and want 1-on-1 help? Book a FREE Discovery Session:⮕ https://projectphysicaltherapy.com/free-discovery-session📸 Instagram (daily tips & behind-the-scenes):⮕ https://www.instagram.com/stories/officialdannyshapiro/🎥 TikTok:⮕ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmusclewhisperer