Overcoming Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy

Brodie Sharpe
Overcoming Proximal Hamstring 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!

  1. NOV 19

    Kate's PHT Success Story

    >> Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course > Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course For ALL Other Resources, Visit the Website proximalhamstringtendinopathy.info In today’s episode, we dive into Kate’s inspiring journey of overcoming Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy (PHT). Kate shares her experience, including the onset of her symptoms, the challenges she faced with traditional rehab methods, and the turning point that transformed her recovery. Her story reveals how addressing emotional and psychosocial factors played a critical role in her healing process. If you're navigating your own PHT recovery, this episode is filled with actionable insights and encouragement. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Kate’s Journey: How her PHT symptoms started and the initial struggles she faced with diagnosis and traditional rehab approaches.Rehab Challenges: Why conventional exercises didn’t work and how fear and deconditioning played a role in her pain progression.The Turning Point: How a family holiday, central nervous system relaxation, and a change in mindset began her path to recovery.Mind-Body Connection: The role of emotional and psychosocial factors in pain management and recovery.Actionable Strategies: Journaling, relaxation techniques, and changing beliefs about pain for effective recovery.Kate’s Results: From barely managing daily activities to driving long distances, enjoying social events, and returning to exercise.Key Highlights: Understanding PHT Symptoms and Misdiagnoses: Kate recounts how initial scans and treatments failed to pinpoint her condition.Fear and Avoidance Cycle: How limiting activities out of fear of flare-ups contributed to her deconditioning.Mind-Body Realizations: Discovering that emotions were not just amplifying her pain but were potentially causing it.Practical Interventions That Worked:Journaling to identify and address stressors.Conscious relaxation techniques to calm the central nervous system.Reframing fear-driven thoughts and building confidence in her body.Results in Real Time: Kate experienced significant improvements within days of addressing the emotional root of her pain.Quotes from the Episode: "It was such a lightbulb moment when I realized my emotions weren’t just impacting my pain—they were causing it.""The biggest change came when I stopped thinking, ‘What did I physically do to cause this?’ and started asking, ‘How am I feeling right now?’""You don’t have to rush. The gym will still be there next week when you’re ready."Resources Mentioned: Think Away Your Pain by Dr. David SchechterHealing Back Pain by Dr. John SarnoTechniques for calming the central nervous system, such as deep breathing and journaling.Final Takeaways: Recovery isn’t always about more exercises or stronger scans. Addressing fear, stress, and emotional connections can lead to profound and rapid improvements.If your rehab feels stagnant, consider exploring the mind-body connection and reassess how emotions might influence your pain.Small, meaningful steps—like journaling or joining a supportive community—can help rebuild your confidence and restore your quality of life.

    47 min
  2. OCT 22

    The Role of Vitamin C on Tendon Recovery

    >> Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course > Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course For ALL Other Resources, Visit the Website proximalhamstringtendinopathy.info Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the fascinating role of Vitamin C in tendon recovery, collagen synthesis, and tendinopathy prevention. Brodie dives into the latest research to examine how Vitamin C-enriched supplements, when combined with exercises, can potentially enhance tendon healing and performance.  He discusses two key studies: 1.) Vitamin C–enriched gelatin supplementation before intermittent activity augments collagen synthesis 2.) Effect of Vitamin C on Tendinopathy Recovery: A Scoping Review  The conversation highlights the potential benefits and limitations of Vitamin C in injury recovery, offering practical insights for runners and those dealing with tendon injuries. Key Takeaways: Vitamin C and Tendon Health: Vitamin C plays a crucial role in collagen synthesis, which is essential for tendon repair and recovery. Collagen makes up 60-75% of tendons, making its synthesis critical for both injury recovery and performance enhancement.Research Insights:A 2017 study found that supplementing with Vitamin C-enriched gelatin before intermittent exercise doubled collagen synthesis in participants, suggesting a potential benefit for injury prevention and tissue repair.A scoping review on Vitamin C’s role in tendinopathy recovery shows promising but inconsistent results, particularly when Vitamin C is combined with other nutrients like mucopolysaccharides and type 1 collagen.Practical Application:While there isn’t a definitive recommendation on the optimal dosage or timing of Vitamin C for tendon recovery, the studies suggest considering Vitamin C-enriched supplements, especially for athletes under intense training or those dealing with tendinopathies.Other factors like proper nutrition, rest, and reducing alcohol intake are also critical for maximizing tendon recovery.Why Listen? Whether you're recovering from an injury or looking to optimize your tendon health for peak performance, this episode offers valuable insights. With research-backed information and practical advice, Brodie simplifies the complex science behind tendon recovery and how you can potentially leverage Vitamin C for faster recovery and stronger tendons.

    28 min
  3. OCT 8

    New MRI Positioning for Better PHT Accuracy (2024 Study)

    >> Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course > Click here for the FREE 5-Day Course For ALL Other Resources, Visit the Website proximalhamstringtendinopathy.info Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we dive into new research that explores an innovative MRI technique for diagnosing Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy (PHT) with greater accuracy. We'll break down a study titled 'Magnetic Resonance Imaging With a Novel Hip Flexion Scanning Position for Diagnosing Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy' including the study's findings and discuss how this new hip flexion scanning position may help identify PHT pathology that traditional MRI positions could miss. Key Takeaways: The Traditional MRI Position: Lying on your back with legs outstretched has been the standard scanning position. However, this method may miss some crucial signs of PHT, especially in tendinopathy cases where physical changes in the tendon aren't obvious.Novel MRI Position: A new method involves scanning patients on their side with hips flexed at approximately 90 degrees, mimicking the sitting position that often aggravates PHT symptoms. This position may reveal more severe injuries, such as tendon ruptures, that could be missed in the traditional position.Study Results: The study found that using the hip flexion position increased the detection of severe tendon issues, including tendon ruptures, in 33% of cases, which were initially diagnosed as normal or less severe using the traditional method.Implications for Runners and Patients: If you're dealing with PHT symptoms and undergoing an MRI, it may be worth discussing the option of scanning in this hip-flexed position with your healthcare provider.What You’ll Learn: Why PHT can be challenging to diagnose accurately with standard MRI techniques.The importance of considering alternative MRI positions for more accurate results.Understanding that an MRI is just one piece of the puzzle when diagnosing and treating tendinopathy.Why pain severity doesn't always correlate with MRI findings and how this can affect your treatment plan.By tuning into this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into the evolving science behind PHT diagnosis and learn how to be a more informed participant in your own recovery process.

    20 min
4.8
out of 5
32 Ratings

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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!

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