Dr. Blessyl Buan

Runner’s I-T Band Syndrome

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ITB SYNDROME

 

Do you ever get a dull pain on the outside of your knee after running for approximately two kilometers? Chances are you may have I-T Band Syndrome. 

 

The Iliotibial band is a connective tissue that attaches from your illiac crest to your knee.  When this band becomes tight it tugs on the knee causing pain. 

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Causes:

The cause of IT-Band syndrome is multifactorial.  Here are some of the potential causative factors:

  • A sudden increase in running distance
  • Running with old running shoes or shoes without the proper support
  • Starting hill training
  • Feet that over-pronate (roll-in) or over supinate (roll out)
  • Weak core musculature most especially gluteus medius
  • Treatment:
  • Ice the area that feels painful.
  • Stretch the IT-Band after your run or workout
  • Strengthen your core musculature
  • If the pain is too intense while running. Remove running from your training schedule until you heal.
  • See your health care provider to treat your symptoms. 

 

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