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Overcoming Proximal Hamstring TendinopathyProximal Hamstring Tendinopathy is a horrible condition affecting athletes and non-athletes alike. Author: Brodie Sharpe
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! Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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What To Do Before & After Surgery with Dr. Alex Hardy
Episode 175
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
👉 Complete the 30 Sec Survey & Find Your Best PHT Recovery Plan🎉 Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE 🎉For all other PHT resources, go to: https://proximalhamstringtendinopathy.info/ Contact Dr. Alex Hardy and his team at Dr.hardy@chirurgiedusport.comIn this episode, Brodie is joined by hamstring surgeon Dr. Alex Hardy to break down exactly what to do before and after hamstring surgery. They cover the key differences between acute and chronic injuries, and what that means for your behaviour leading into surgery. For acute avulsions, the priority is speed—getting an MRI quickly and avoiding unnecessary delays—while keeping activity minimal. In contrast, chronic cases and tendinopathies benefit from staying active, maintaining strength and cardio, and avoiding unnecessary deconditioning. A key takeaway: there’s very little you can do pre-surgery to “make things worse,” but there’s a lot you can do to set yourself up for a smoother recovery.The conversation then shifts to post-operative rehab, where patience is critical. Dr. Hardy explains why the first 6 weeks are highly protective (often involving a brace and minimal hamstring loading), followed by a gradual return to movement, strength, and eventually running around the 3–4 month mark. They discuss exercise progressions (starting with closed-chain work, then progressing to open-chain and eccentric loading), common pitfalls like premature overload or slips during early recovery, and when to be concerned about symptoms like persistent pain or sciatic irritation. If you’re considering surgery or currently navigating recovery, this episode gives you a clear, realistic roadmap—what matters most, what to avoid, and how to maximise your outcome
