A strain or tear on any of the muscles that straighten the hip and bend the knee is known as a/an _____.

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A strain or tear on the muscles that straighten the hip and bend the knee is specifically associated with the hamstring muscles. The other options refer to injuries and conditions affecting different areas of the body such as the Achilles tendon (Achilles tendinitis), the connective tissue running along the outside of the thigh (iliotibial band syndrome), and the front of the lower leg (shin splints).

A Strain or Tear on Any of the Muscles That