Iliotibial band syndrome

This article is about injury of the iliotibial band. For other uses, see Runner's knee.
Iliotibial band syndrome
Other namesIliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS)[1]
SpecialtySports medicine, orthopedics

Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is the second most common knee injury, and is caused by inflammation located on the lateral aspect of the knee due to friction between the iliotibial band and the lateral epicondyle of the femur.[2] Pain is felt most commonly on the lateral aspect of the knee and is most intensive at 30 degrees of knee flexion.[2] Risk factors in women include increased hip adduction and knee internal rotation.[2][3] Risk factors seen in men are increased hip internal rotation and knee adduction.[2] ITB syndrome is most associated with long-distance running, cycling, weight-lifting, and with military training.[4][5]

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