What Is a Proximal Hamstring Avulsion? | Rupture vs Avulsion vs Strain Explained 101 Pt. 2

In this lesson we break down the basics of a proximal hamstring rupture / avulsion in plain language: which hamstring tendons are involved, what “proximal” means, and the difference between a rupture, an avulsion, and a simple hamstring strain. This is for anyone staring at an MRI report or hearing “torn off the bone” and not really knowing what that means. Next steps 1. Find yourself in the Free Hamstring Comeback Map in 60 seconds with 1-2 questions: 👉 https://www.athletetransitionlab.com/... 2. Don’t do this alone If you want other athletes who are in the same “what the hell happened?” phase, join the free Athlete Transition Lab Community. 👉 Community: https://www.athletetransitionlab.com/... 3. When you’re truly stuck between surgery and rehab If you’re in a real grey zone with conflicting opinions, that’s when a structured second opinion framework like the Hamstring Surgery Clarity Audit (HSCA) starts to matter. 👉 https://www.athletetransitionlab.com/... 4. Own Your Hamstring Recovery (OYHR) 24 week, phase based recovery navigator after proximal hamstring refixation, built to sit alongside your surgeon and physio. 👉 https://www.athletetransitionlab.com/... Education and decision support only. This does not replace your local surgeons, sports doctors, or physios. Use it to ask better questions and work with your own treating team.