Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Occurs on the outside of the knee or just above it, pain worsen while sitting or running.
Service Description
It’s an inflammatory condition on the lateral knee caused by friction between iliotibial band and the lateral epicondyle of femur. Contributory factors include excessively tight iliotibial band or tenso fasciae latae muscle, overuse. Symptoms experienced are: • Sharp pain experienced and burning sensation from the lateral hip down to the lateral aspect of the knee • Pain increases when running, especially downhill • Excessive tightness to lateral sstructures • Weakness in hip abductors As treatment I will cover the muscles in the affected hip joint with focus on the tissue techniques to address tight musculature. The whole procedure will include: • PRICE to treat inflammation • Soft tissue therapy to the tight muscles TFL, ITB etc. • Strength rehab program and proprioception will enable to maintain activities of daily living without developing compensatory movements • The treatment focuses on Massage, Stretching or Muscle Energy Technique, Soft Tissue Release
Cancellation Policy
1. Reschedule can be done if the appointment is cancelled with more than 24 hours before the time of treatment. 2. Cancellations with less than 24 hours before treatment, will incur the appointment fee. 3. No shows will incur the appointment fee.