ITB Syndrome

Otherwise known as 'runner's knee'. Inflammation of iliotibial band as it moves over lateral femoral condyle. Tested with Ober Test. 

Causes

• Over pronation
• Tight ITB
• Leg length discrepancy

Symptoms

• Pain in lateral knee
• Pain running downhill
• Pain ascending stairs
• Click when leg bends to 30 degrees
• Tender to palate

Treatment

• Address cause
• Sports massage (TFL and glut max)
• Stretching
• Deep frictions over epicondylitis
• Longitudinal massage on ITB (can be completed independently using a tennis ball)