Listen "89: What Runners Should Know about IT Band Syndrome"
Episode Synopsis
Struggling with knee pain on the outside of your knee? Today’s episode may help! We are not physical therapists, so we approach the topic of IT band syndrome based on a coaching perspective and research. If you are dealing with IT band syndrome, we encourage you to reach out to a PT!
Discussion points include:
The anatomy of the IT band
Should you foam roll your IT band?
What causes IT band syndrome?
What exercises can address IT band pain?
Will stretching help the IT band?
Will cortisone shots help IT band pain?
Can a running gait analysis help treat IT band pain?
References:
PMID: 35007886
PMID: 26573859
PMID: 19574661
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Discussion points include:
The anatomy of the IT band
Should you foam roll your IT band?
What causes IT band syndrome?
What exercises can address IT band pain?
Will stretching help the IT band?
Will cortisone shots help IT band pain?
Can a running gait analysis help treat IT band pain?
References:
PMID: 35007886
PMID: 26573859
PMID: 19574661
💻 Visit lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.
🎙️ Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!
👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!
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