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Today's episode has Brodie commenting on a past episode from The Run Smarter Podcast episode titled 'Talking Tendons'. We hear a snippet from that podcast and learn about tendon rehabilitation and preventing a tendinopathy.

We break rehab into stages:

• Stage 1: Identify daily compression and reduce if required.
• Stage 2: Start tendon loading & monitor response. Including isometrics, eccentrics, concentric/eccentric, power, speed.
• Stage 3: Return to sport & monitor symptoms
• Stage 4: Start addressing entire kinetic chain while returning to activity.

Brodie then chimes in with his 5 key injury prevention tips & comments on the Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy insights. 

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Understanding Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy (PHT): Causes, Symptoms & The Right Recovery Approach

If you’ve recently discovered this podcast because you’re dealing with deep buttock pain, pain with sitting, or a stubborn “high hamstring” issue that just won’t go away… you are not alone.

In this updated foundational episode, I break down everything you need to know about proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT): what it is, why it develops, why it’s so commonly misunderstood, and what successful rehab actually looks like. I also share parts of my own journey overcoming PHT and the common patterns I now see after helping hundreds of runners navigate this condition. 

We dive into:

•  The true causes of PHT and why overload + recovery balance matters 
•  Why speed work, hills, sitting and compression can flare symptoms 
•  The “warm-up effect” and why tendons can feel better during a run… then worse the next day 
•  Common misdiagnoses including sciatica, piriformis syndrome and back-related pain 
•  Why stretching and complete rest often fail 
•  The difference between reactive vs degenerative tendons 
•  How modern rehab focuses on gradually rebuilding tendon capacity rather than avoiding movement altogether 

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been battling PHT for years, this episode is designed to give you clarity, direction and hope. There is a path forward — and understanding the condition is the first step.

👉 Complete the 30 Sec Survey & Find Your Best PHT Recovery Plan

🎉 Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE

💪 Overcome PHT Yourself with Brodie's PHT Blueprint Online Course

For all other PHT resources, go to: https://proximalhamstringtendinopathy.info/ 

Episode one covers tendinopathy 101. Everyone who isn't a health professional should listen to this episode before delving into other specific topics.

Brodie starts by breaking down tendon pathology definitions such is proximal hamstring tendinopathy, tendinosis & tendinitis.

We then explore the pathology continuum, originally proposed by Jill Cook & colleagues while explaining the progression of tendon pain and the end result if not managed correctly.

Next, Brodie covers the common locations of tendon pain & why we get a tendinopathy which will include spike in tensile and compressive loads.

Finally we tick off all the main risk factors associated with developing a tendinopathy. 

Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy is a horrible condition affecting athletes and non-athletes alike. If you fall victim to the misguided information that is circulating the internet, symptoms can persist for months, sometimes years and start impacting your everyday life. This podcast is for those looking for clear, evidence-based guidance to overcome Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy. Hosted by Brodie Sharpe, an experienced physiotherapist and content creator, this podcast aims to provide you with the clarity & control you desperately need. Each episode brings you one step closer to finally overcoming your proximal hamstring tendinopathy. With solo episodes by Brodie, success stories from past sufferers and professional interviews from physiotherapists, coaches, researchers and other health professionals so you get world class content. Tune in from episode #1 to reap the full benefits and let's get your rehabilitation back on track!