My surgery is scheduled for Monday. You truly are the only videos I have found with personal experiences for this surgery. Thank you for taking the time to share.

Thanks for sharing your story Kimberly! I'm having my surgery in 3 days and I am so glad I came up it. I'm an OT so I have the gadgets just needed to find someone with a positive and realistic outlook about the milestones. Hearing you reinforce the importance of moving, getting up and dressed, getting outside is a great reminder too!! Thanks again!!

Thank you so much for posting this! I just had my surgery yesterday, and watching you has answered a ton of questions when I felt a bit panicked and couldn’t reach the doctor. Also, I’m sharing this with my family so that they can better understand why I need a lot of help right now. Thank you!!

Thanks so much for all of this additional information, Kimberly; I really appreciate it and the timing is perfect in terms of my upcoming surgery. Thanks again!

Great video Kim. You are quickly becoming a real life experience pioneer for this injury. I am in week 13 of my recovery now and meet with my surgeon in 2 days to find out if I get clearance to start rehabbing the actual hamstring. Can't wait. Fingers crossed I get good news. Thanks again for doing this. You are awesome :)

Accurate video. I’m day 7 post surgery. Long haul. Get outside. Shower. Both made me feel way more normal.

Excellent video! Everything you shared was exactly what I experienced with my hamstring repair surgery. I'm one week post op and am excited to try some of your exercises during PT.

Thank you for sharing your experiences. My best friend will have a similar surgery in about a week. She just found this out from her surgeon today, so things will have to fall into place quickly for pre op, etc. The sooner she has the surgery,the sooner she can start the healing process. It is scary thinking about the surgery for sure. It is necessary in order to have a better quality of life. Thankfully she likes and is confident in her surgeon. Thank you to all the other folks who have commented as well.❤

Hi Kimberly, I will undergo the exact surgery you had this Monday, which is re-attaching my hamstring tendon back on the bone. I really appreciate all of your tips and thankful for your genuine consideration for others having surgery for the first time. Thank you. Wish you continued success and strength for a full recovery. We pray for new and improved hamstrings. All the best 🙏😎🇺🇲

Had my surgery 6 days ago on 10/10. Surprised how little pain I’ve had. Your videos have been a god send. I can tell this is going to be more a mental issue than physical. I’m an orthopedic nurse (I know how ironic) so I’m out of work for up to 5 months. I came across your this video by chance and thank you from the bottom of my heart for it.

So glad I found this video, I had my hamstring surgery on Apr 23rd. Still in week one of recovery. Took a shower a little while ago and omg was it an ordeal. I don’t think I can do it again until 2 weeks. Thank you for sharing your story

I'm scheduled for surgery in 13 days and I'm so freaked out that I'm going to not be careful enough in recovery for it to be worth doing the surgery. Your information has been so helpful. I have done so much research online and as you have said there is really nothing so you have helped greatly.

I just had surgery last week for the same injury as you. I have to say this has been inspirational for me. As a fellow Martial Artist, I have been dealing with the same fear and trauma that you have described in your videos. Your videos are helping me to have a more positive outlook regarding the recovery

Thank you for this video. You literally explained and advised a lot! I tore my hamstring muscle and waiting to see how bad of a tear it is and the next step of either surgery or just PT. Thank you again.

I am thankful I found your page! Thank you for sharing your story. My surgery is tomorrow. I too am very active and had pretty much gotten back full mobility after the accident and I will be starting from scratch tomorrow. How many weeks was it after you tore your hamstring that you had surgery? My surgeon doesn't use a brace afterwards, but your experience of wearing the brace makes me want one...to feel more secure post surgery. What type of brace did you have?

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, it is fantastic to see how people have overcome this difficult injury! I recently tore my hamstring (8cm off the bone), ACL, and MCL in a nasty ski accident. I am currently 6 weeks post-op from the hamstring surgery. I just took off the brace and I am very slowly weaning off the crutches. I had a painful suture abscess and infection from weeks 4-5, but thankfully, it looks to be clearing up now. If all goes well, I will likely have the ACL surgery at weeks 12-16 post-op and then will have a TON of PT for the next year. For those who have just had surgery, it is tough not doing much, but it does get a lot better! Week 6 has been a huge turning point! Currently, sitting still feels uncomfortable for long periods of time. Do you have any recommendations for office chairs that might be a little more comfortable to sit on? I have looked at purchasing saddle chairs, but I can't tell if those would be better or cause more discomfort. Thanks again for sharing this experience, really helpful and encouraging!!

My surgery is in two days. So grateful that you shared this. Thank you!

Wow, I am so glad that I found this video. I have my surgery in 6 days. I am in my 50's so I know I am not as strong as you and might have a little more challenges. I ordered all three items on Amazon tonight that you discussed. I am a teacher so I have a couple of months before I have to go back to school. I will be going back at week 13, but that gives me some time. Thank you so much for your encouraging words!!

It's going to be so interesting to watch your getting back in jiujitsu journey. How will your game change? What will you focus on and what new movements will you strengthen to combat the weaker ones. It'll help me when I feel like my old age (lol) And fragile body are holding me back.

Great encouraging video. Had my surgery almost 1 week ago. Very helpful tips. Question for you. Did you use any type of cushion to sit on?

First off I have to say I am a triathlete and 68 years old. I have never had surgery before and I am really scared. I have 4 children and 8 grandchildren and expecting number 9 in November.I completely torn my hamstring just from wear and tear. I found this out after racing in Texas for 5 days straight and a MRI. I did do the PRP treatment just to see but i knew it wouldn't repair the damage. After confirming if I wanted to run again I would need surgery. One major concern in September I was competing on the USA triathlon team in Spain. So my surgeon decided I could if I did PT. I did PT 3 times a week for 2 hours each session June to September. I had a great race for having a torn hamstring. On October 6th I had surgery which will be 4 weeks tomorrow. The ice/compression machine was the best investment. I had thew ice brace along with the hamstring brace on for 10 before taking it off for a shower. I removed bandage after 7 days and put a new one on just for a day. Very nervous about the incision. Took a shower at 10 day because I didn't know how to take the brace off. The shower was heaven but I need advise on how to put both on. 2nd shower made me cry because I didn't realize how much muscle I lost. Surgeon said it will come back guarantee ha ha. PT started at 2 weeks. I go twice a week for 1 hour and then do the exercises at home everyday. I still wear the brace while walking outside and to bed. I use the ice machine at least 6 times a day and 2-3 times at night in bed. The ice and compression will help with the healing process. At 6 weeks I'll see the surgeon again and will get rid of brace and crutches. At 4 weeks I am still waiting for the incision to heal so I can swim or at least pull. Next week is week 5 and I will be able to walk on the tread mill. So and steady is very hard for me but I am being obedient. After surgery I didn't take any pain killers I only took theTylenol and just for 4 days. I really was lucky I didn't have been more soreness on the incision area. Putting on pants was tough I haven't tried socks yet. Doing better going up and downstairs. Advise listen to you body and do what the surgeon and PT say. I want to swim, bike, and run but I know if I want to compete again I need to go slow. I am lucky it is off season. I am planning oin comoeting again next October at worlds in Malaga, Spain.

Great video, just had my surgery 2 days ago… must say similar experience pain wise just dull ache not severe pain. Was way worse when injury happened. I think you nailed it in saying the fear of putting weight on or hurting yourself again is the biggest. So nerve wracking going about on crutches you just can’t explain why you have this fear but you just don’t know what you’re capable or not capable of in certain situations. Like climbing stairs, going to the shower just being totally dependent on your crutches … the anxiety is tough. Just feel like I can’t wait to straighten my leg. I’m not wearing a brace dr’s advised it’s not required. Just have to keep knee flexed 30 degrees.

So many questions I have been struggling with this pain for over nine years, finally diagnosed as high string, hamstring tendon apathy, and I just found out that there is actually a surgery. Would love to know if you have a video more about how they determined that this was what you needed. What else have you tried? What kind of Dr. Even does this surgery so many questions thanks.

My surgery was on 9/12 (writing this on 9/17); thank you for doing this! So helpful! Here’s my 2 cents: The Fanny pack and grabber are for sure must haves! I did use the prescription pain meds for the first 48 hours - wished I had started Miralax sooner ;) but prune juice seemed to be most effective (for those who took opiates, you know what I mean…). As far as sleeping, I have had the opposite where I have felt more comfortable sleeping on my side and just now ready for my back. I had a side sleeper knee pillow from CVS that has been great (looks like a triangle with rounded edges). I have been nervous to take off my brace too cuz I’m not sure how it works to put it back on a again but I’m cleared for a shower as of tomorrow and can’t wait for that! All the best to you!

Thank you for posting this video. I had the surgery 6 days ago. When were you able to sit more normally? We are supposed to fly when I'm at week 5 so I'm hoping I can sit then.

Does anyone give a resource for researching the average cost of surgery for private pay? I need to have this surgery and I’m fining that no one will share an estimated cost.

I slip and torn my hamspring Im in my 60's I been on crutches for 2wks my surgery will probably be this week. I hope a d pray everything goes smooth these last 2 wks has been hard and now I have to start the Postoperative. Thanks for all information it's helpful. Take care continue to get better... BJ

I'm 15 weeks post-op. Been getting around pretty well since 7 weeks post-op ( gingerly at first, quite nirmally now). Been doing PT since 7 weeks, gradually, and progressing, so far. My issue is, although I can do lots of exercises with no pain, there are times when seemingly simple little daily-life movements (like "scootching" in an office chair to adjust positions, or shifting the blankets in bed while you're in it) will cause a sharper ache. There is practically no guidance or literature on this, and whether it's normal to have those occasional sharper pain sensations or whether it means the tendon reattachment didn't "take", or what. The PT therapists (and this is from a reputable practice) just don't have a lot of familiarity or experience treating proximal hamstring reattachments ( as opposed to "normal" hamstring tears where the tear is of the muscle rather than an avulsion). Can anyone speak to this?

Thank you for the hamstring roundup! I am 6 weeks post opp and I was wondering if you had any pain at the incision site, at the back of your knee or burning sensations on the back of your hamstring? My incision was six inches wide due to the retraction. I just started PT at week 6. After two sessions, I started feeling really confident. The PT said if I feel like little baby steps (more like shuffling) is what my body is saying to do, to go ahead. I did that for one evening, just in the kitchen, like you, and I woke up with every part of my leg hurting. Major set back. I want to run like Forest and get the brace and crutches off! Thank you again for your detailed videos! They have been so helpful and I'm so glad that you at 14 weeks you are feeling more and more recovered.

Thanks for your video I am about 10 weeks post op and have most of my Strength and flexibility back in my leg. However still have numbness the skin numbness around the incision and upper thigh. I also have uncomfortable burning when sitting from the Bottom of the pelvis ( sit bone ) . How long did your numbness and sitting pain last.?

Wow, wish I had a live in functional patterns practicioner! I can't even find one in our city, let alone in the house. You are truely lucky.

Hi Kim, Thanks for the videos - very insightful. I experienced my injury 4 weeks ago - I couldn‘t move for about a week, had a massive bruise on my leg after 3-4 days and on Thursday I will have the MRT screening. I am a bit scared if the time between injury and a potential surgery was too long. You said you had scar tissues. How long was the period between your injury and the surgery? Thx, Sven

The toilet seat....nobody told me about the toilet seat beforehand. As soon as I got home, I sent my husband out for one. I could not have survived without it!

My surgery is coming up in a week and a half and I was told I will be nonweightbearing for six weeks. You mentioned you were walking around the kitchen and practicing were you told from the beginning that you would be able to do this?

Best book every athlete should read after surgery Rebound by Carrie Jackson Cheadle and Cindy Kuzma.

Thank you

Hi I am on my second day post op from complete avulsion of my hamstring from my pelvic bone I am a dancer and my show was going to start rehearsals in March not now ): for me. . I am in my 60’s and in good shape so opted for surgery. I am depressed and wondering what the future holds. My husband took a job out of state so he had to fly back home We we’re also going to move after my show so I was in the middle of packing ?, so it’s a big mess Thank you for your video.

I need info please, ive been in extreme pain for almost a month waiting on doctors to say anything about surgery

thank you for your posting. im in Canada, specifically Alberta. our health sys is in crisis, i have a 3rd degree tear. it has been 4 almost 5 weeks since initial trauma (29Aug). Im used to using a cane, Im still waiting for surgery.. I'm an active 65 yr male. i do magic, I am a hotdog vender, and I work at a cemetery cutting grass so I am active and I guess I should go for the surgery. you gave som good tips thank you

My surgery is next Tuesday. How did you sit after surgery? I’m already struggling to sit now. Do you use a special cushion?

I had surgery last week. It was a pretty painful experience so far. The brace is very uncomfortable. Post op doc said I’m healing well.

My 50 year pld husband is facing this surgery. What about the "hip contraption?" And you can sit?????

Keep the toilet seat! as your knees start to go, it's a lifesaver. We just keep it on the toilet and everyone that comes over asks where they can get one. We are remodeling and are going to install new toilets that stand 6 inches higher in the master bath. They are getting easier to find in big box stores.

I think the medical sys let me down. When I was injured I saw a surgeon for a consult 9 day after injury. I think he sand bagged me I was nervous but up for surgery with in 10-12 days. well week after week came and went, after 6-7 weeks i had an MRI. 9 days leter a consult with surgeon that advised No surgery. I guess the window had closed on my surgival option. he gave me a note for lots of physio.. so I have been going for physio 3 times a week for 4 weeks today was the end of the 3rd week. I met with the wcb occupational therapst and he gave me some exercises and suggests 12 more weeks of physio. at least im climibing stairs up and down, sitting on toilet seat and walking without a cane.. Best part is that I booked 4 magic shows so I will have some cash flow the last 10 days of November

Did you have hip flexion precautions? Were you able to sit on a toilet? Was your knee brace locked out?

So, were you non-weight bearing? Could you stand?. When could you stand or walk.

I'm 2 days post op. All 3 Hamstrings torn off the bone waterskiing. 5 x Fibre Fibretak anchors used to reattach the tendons. My butt is the sorest, incision along the buttock line. I'm seriously hating the resting and want to get out and about.... no more painkillers now, just have to stop boredom eating 😂 Ohh and sitting on the toilet is the worst!

Sounds like a poor anaesthesiologist. Nausea and throat pain is their job. If you wake up neuseous, you know you got a dud.