Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: A Runner's Guide

Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy for Runners

Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is a common and often frustrating injury for runners. It causes pain at the sit bone (ischial tuberosity) where the hamstring tendons attach, and it can take patience and the right approach to resolve.

Here are our key resources on PHT:

• Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy - Comprehensive guide to understanding, treating, and recovering from PHT
• Hamstring Exercises for Runners - Strengthening exercises to support recovery
• Knee-Dominant Hamstring Exercises - Target the hamstrings from a different angle
• Eccentric Hamstring Curl - Progressive loading for tendon rehabilitation
• Why Are My Hamstrings Always Tight? - Understanding hamstring tightness and what to do about it
• Hamstring Stretching: Don't Make This Mistake - Common stretching errors that can aggravate PHT