
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!
Latest episodes

May 11, 2021 β’ 51min
Why your hamstring tendinopathy isn't getting better with Maryke Louw
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREMaryke Louw is a sports injury Physiotherapist and delivers excellent content around injury diagnosis and management. She is a practicing clinician and online physiotherapist with a big passion treating runners our topics include:The role of compression around tendinopathy managementDoes the type of running effect me?Should I be stretching?What exercises should I start with & how can I progress?How long does a hamstring tendinopathy take to heal?Debunking beliefs around this condition.Please follow Maryke's work on these platforms: https://www.sports-injury-physio.com/meet-sports-physiotherapist-marykehttps://www.facebook.com/SportsInjuryPhysio/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGyKVhuCa_iattvhM4DlQQππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

May 4, 2021 β’ 25min
What Brodie has learnt from Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREBrodie talks about his personal experiences with Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy during his transition from marathon running into sprint triathlons and shares the lessons he has learnt along the way, so you will gain insight into injury management & prevention. ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Apr 27, 2021 β’ 50min
Brodie's Journey Overcoming 6 years of Tendinopathy
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREThis episode Brodie talks about the chronic tendinopathy he has had behind his knee for several years. Even with increasing mileage, preparing for races and performing at a level he was happy with, he always had this annoying tendon pain.So, during lockdown he went on a 4 month mission to overcome his pain and documented his journey. Once you hear this you will take away sessions that apply to any chronic injury rehabilitation.ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Apr 20, 2021 β’ 28min
Running Considerations
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREToday, Brodie discusses running considerations during your PHT rehab. These could be running technique considerations, running speed considerations or running terrain considerations to give you the best possible outcome and return to running successfully.ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Mar 19, 2021 β’ 54min
Other potential causes for PHT pain with Aidan Rich
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREToday Brodie is talking with Aidan Rich, a Sports & Exercise physiotherapist working out of Lifecare & Advance Healthcare. Aidan is currently attending his masters with ambitions to study his PhD in his special interest of PHT.Aidan dives into the different diagnoses that could also cause similar symptoms to PHT including:Sciatic nerve irritationIschiofemoral impingementPelvic stress fracturesPartial or complete tendon rupturePain referral from the lower backWe also delve into the importance and accuracy of scans and how false positives can be very misleading. Aidan is currently recruiting PHT subjects who are in the Melbourne area to participate in a research study. If you have had PHT for longer than 3 months and had a gradual onset of symptoms initially please e-mail Aidan if you'd like to show your interest:aidanrich@gmail.com Also follow Aidan on FB hereππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Mar 16, 2021 β’ 1h 1min
Is surgery my best option? with Peter Fuller
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREDr. Peter Fuller is a Musculoskeletal Specialist & Sports Doctor. He works alongside Dr. David Young who is one of the biggest surgeons performing PHT surgery in Australia. Brodie & Peter discuss what surgical options are available and what surgery entails. Peter then dives into who might be more suitable verses a conservative approach. Everything from scar tissue build-up, avulsion fractures, success rates, ongoing post-op pain & sciatic nerve involvement will be discussed. ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Mar 12, 2021 β’ 33min
PHT Assessment & Management: A 2016 Research Paper
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREToday Brodie reads through a 2016 paper published by Tom Goom, Peter Malliaras, Michael Reiman & Craig Purdam. The paper title is: Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Clinical Aspects of Assessment and Management.Brodie discusses the assessment and diagnostic process with PHT and then dives into load management and the 4 stages of PHT rehab.Here is a link to the paperππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Mar 5, 2021 β’ 44min
PHT Success Story: Kara Haas
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREKara Haas has faced 15 years of Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy. Once running at a very high level and competing at the Olympic trials, Kara's PHT started to get out of control.We dive into Kara's story and her attempts to resolve her pain including PRP, tendon procedures, strengthening and finally surgery. Hear how Kara managed to defy the odds and return to pain free running!ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Mar 1, 2021 β’ 1h 4min
Should you try shockwave therapy for PHT recovery?
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREBrodie interviews Benoy Matthew, an Advanced Practice Physio, Sonographer & Shockwave Specialist. Benoy has a Specialist Interest in Hip & & Running Injuries.We talk about the Do's and Don'ts of shockwave therapy including:What is shockwave therapy?Who will respond well to shockwave therapy?How many sessions do I need?What are the biggest shockwave mistakes?What other treatments should be mixed in?ππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here

Feb 28, 2021 β’ 31min
How to Cross-train your way to recovery
ππSign up for the FREE PHT ROADMAP ππLearn more about Brodie's PHT AI Assistant ππSign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HEREOn today's episode we dive into tips on cross-training and how to use it to our advantage when recovering from Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy.We split this episode into 5 different segments and answer your questions. Here is what we will analyse:SwimmingCycling/SpinElliptical Rowing MachineResistance Trainingππ Sign up for the FREE PHT 5-Day Course HERE ππIf you would like to learn more about having Brodie on your rehab team go to www.runsmarter.online Or book a free 20-min physio chat here