Proximal hamstring tendon injuries are common, particularly in explosive sports involving sudden bursts of speed. They occur when one or more hamstring tendons at the back of the thigh become swollen (tendinosis) or tear — partially or fully — from their origin at the ischial tuberosity, the "sit bone". Distinguishing a proximal hamstring tear [...]
Pain in the back of the knee has several causes. One less common cause of posterior knee pain is low hamstring tendonitis — also called distal hamstring tendinopathy. So what is this condition, and how do we manage it? This is one cause of pain behind the knee — see that hub for the [...]
Hip Pain from Running: Common Injuries Explained Running loads the hip hard, and hip pain from running can come from the muscles, tendons, joints, or bones. What are the common causes of hip pain when running? Why does running trigger them, and how do we reach a diagnosis quickly? This guide focuses on the [...]
Chronic high hamstring tendinopathy earns its nickname — the runner's curse — for good reason. This overuse injury plagues runners and players of football, rugby, hockey, and athletics, and it resists quick fixes. Dr Masci diagnoses and treats proximal hamstring tendinopathy at his London clinics, including ultrasound-guided hamstring injections as one-stop visits. So what [...]
Yoga combines breathing, meditation, and strengthening movement, and studies suggest it benefits stress, mood, and arthritis pain. But while yoga improves strength and flexibility, it can also cause injury. One common yoga injury is buttock pain — known as a "yoga butt" or a yoga hip injury. So what is it, and how do [...]
