Hamstring Tendinopathy
Find your hip and knee specialistHamstring tendinopathy can cause deep buttock or thigh pain, particularly during sitting, running, or bending forward.
Specialist treatment focuses on improving load tolerance, restoring strength, and helping you return to activity with confidence.
Hamstring tendinopathy is a condition that affects the tendons connecting your hamstring muscles to your pelvis or knee. It usually develops due to overuse, repetitive strain, or sudden increases in activity, leading to pain and stiffness, particularly around the sitting bone (for high hamstring tendinopathy) or behind the knee (for lower hamstring tendinopathy).
This condition can make everyday activities uncomfortable, especially those involving sitting for long periods, walking, running, or bending forward. Many people experience morning stiffness or discomfort when getting up after prolonged sitting. If left untreated, it can become a persistent problem that limits your mobility and affects your ability to exercise or even perform simple daily tasks. Often people find they have to stop activities they love such as yoga, gardening and running for pleasure.
The good news is that with the right treatment, including specialist physiotherapy, targeted exercises, and activity modifications, you can reduce pain, improve function, and get back to moving comfortably.
How We Can Help Manage Hamstring Tendinopathy
At Solent Specialist Physiotherapy, we know that an accurate diagnosis is the foundation of successful treatment for hamstring tendinopathy. Many people struggle with persistent pain because their condition hasn’t been properly identified. Our specialist physiotherapists will carry out a detailed assessment to pinpoint the root cause of your symptoms and create a clear, structured rehabilitation plan to support your recovery.
How Your Personalised Treatment Plan May Look:
1.Comprehensive Assessment – A detailed examination to confirm the diagnosis and assess factors such as foot posture, biomechanics, and muscle imbalances.
2.Pain Management Strategies – Advice on activity modification, footwear recommendations, and orthotics if needed to reduce strain on the tendon and improve foot support.
3.Targeted Strengthening Exercises – A graded rehabilitation program focusing on strengthening the tibialis posterior tendon and surrounding muscles to improve support and function.
4.Gradual Load Progression – Monitoring and adjusting exercise intensity to build resilience in the tendon without overloading it.
5.Gait and Biomechanical Training – Addressing any walking or movement patterns that may be contributing to the condition.
6.Taping and Supportive Strapping – Where appropriate, taping techniques may be used to provide temporary relief and support during daily activities.
7.Return to Activity Plan – A structured program to safely reintroduce walking, running, and sport-specific movements while preventing recurrence.
8.Referral for Imaging – If symptoms persist despite a structured rehab plan, we can arrange imaging (such as ultrasound or MRI) to help further guide your treatment.
Having this condition doesn't mean you have to give up the things you love. By following our structured approach, we ensure a safe and effective recovery, helping you return to daily activities and sport with confidence.
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