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A runner’s gait generally is a piece of the harm 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 operating.
- Elevated ahead trunk lean – that is prone to load the hamstring tendons in a extra stretched place which might be provocative for signs.
- Extreme anterior pelvic tilt – having an anterior pelvic tilt throughout operating is regular. In reality, it’s very onerous to run in a posterior tilt! In some instances although it may be a bit extreme and putting extra stress on the proximal hamstring area.
- Over-striding – quantity 3 on the checklist however arguably crucial. Over-striding can improve 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 operating gait:
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