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Strictly speaking there are three hamstring muscles (Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus andBiceps femoris) which are known as the hamstring muscle group.
2. Muscle cramps
A muscle cramp is an involuntarily and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax. A muscle (or even a few fibers of a muscle) that involuntarily (without consciously willing it) contracts is in a "spasm." If the spasm is forceful and sustained, it becomes a cramp. Muscle cramps cause a visible or palpable hardening of the involved muscle.
3. Fibromyalgia
I think you are referring to a condition called Fibromyalgia whereby muscles become extremely painful and movement is severely hampered. It is a kind of rheumatism. It comes and goes, and sufferers are better off in warm conditions. Although the pain can be helped a little, no cure has been found yet.
4. Tennis elbow
Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, shooter's elbow and archer's elbow, is a condition where the outer part of the elbowbecomes sore and tender. It is commonly associated with playing tennis and other racquet sports, though the injury can happen to almost anyone.
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Tennis elbow is an overuse injury occurring in the lateral side of the elbow region, but more specifically, occurs at common extensor tendonthat originates from the lateral epicondyle