Iliiotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome
Definition:
A syndrome of knee pain that may result from inflammation due to mechanical friction of the iliotibial band and the lateral femoral epicondyle.
Symptoms:
- Lateral knee pain
- Stinging sensation just above the knee joint
- Swelling or thickening of the tissue
- Pain may not occur immediately during activity, but may intensify over time
Causes:
- Poor training habits
- Muscle imbalance
- Anatomical abnormalities
Treatment:
- ROM and stretching
- Lower extremity muscle strengthening
- Correct gait/running pattern
- Improve training habits
Phase 1
Prone Thomas With Glute Lift
Hip IR ER Rotation With T-band
Prone Hip Extension Adduction Abduction T Band
Phase 2
Single Leg Squat And Touch
Prone Thomas With Glute Lift
Phase 3
Single Leg Lateral Box Jump
Single Leg Hop On Dina Disc
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