Iliotibial (IT) band syndrome: If you feel pain on the outside of your knee, you might have iliotibial band syndrome. Here’s what causes it, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.

The iliotibial band is a broad, flat connective tissue band which spans the lateral aspect of the thigh from the hip to the knee. This connective tissue serves a very specific purpose in that it ...

I have had Iliotibial band syndrome for 6 years (I’m 24), and after failed treatment and therapy options early on, I’m getting serious about strengthening my knee again. I am planning to ...

IT band issues can happen to anyone. IT band syndrome (ITBS) is the result of the large “band” that runs from your pelvis to your shin getting too tight and rubbing against your thigh bone.

While this pain is often associated with runner’s knee, there’s another common running related injury that can could be to blame: iliotibial band syndrome a.k.a. IT band syndrome.. The ...

Iliotibial a.k.a. IT band syndrome is a common running-related injury and can cause knee pain. Here's how to identify, treat, and prevent it.

Preventing and treating Iliotibial Band Syndrome. March 22, 2011. By Dr. BOB WEISS. The Running Doctor ...

"The iliotibial (IT) band is a dense band of fibrous connective tissue which runs from the outside of the pelvis and runs over the outside of the hip and the outer thigh, extending to just below ...

Iliotibial band stretch. Standing with your legs together, cross your uninjured leg in front of the painful leg, then bend down and touch your toes. Hold for 30 seconds, ...