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A runner’s gait is usually a piece of the damage puzzle, particularly if it’s putting extra stress on delicate tissues. This may be the case in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy (PHT) so let’s discover 3 key issues to look out for when assessing a affected person’s working.

1. Elevated ahead trunk lean – that is prone to load the hamstring tendons in a extra stretched place which will be provocative for signs.
2. Extreme anterior pelvic tilt – having an anterior pelvic tilt throughout working is regular. In reality, it’s very arduous to run in a posterior tilt! In some instances although it may be a bit of extreme and putting extra stress on the proximal hamstring area.
3. Over-striding – quantity 3 on the record however arguably an important. Over-striding can enhance the demand on the hamstrings and cargo the tendon in a extra uncomfortable place. It’s usually related to a low sep fee (cadence).

I beforehand had PHT which has now resolved. I displayed all 3 of those in my working gait:

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