Iliotibial Band Syndrome ( ITBS )
ITBS is a common overuse injury that causes pain on the outer side of the thigh or knee due to irritation of the iliotibial (IT) band.
Causes :
Rubbing of the IT band against the outer part of the thigh bone during knee movement.
Weak hip muscles, causing abnormal hip and knee movement.
Other causes:
Compression of tissues under the IT band.
Inflammation of the IT band bursa.
Flat feet (overpronation).
Inward twisting of the shin bone.
Knee arthritis causing bow legs (genu varum)
Symptoms:
More common in males.
Sharp, burning pain on the outer side of the knee.
Mild swelling around the outer knee.
Pain increases with repeated bending and straightening of the knee.
Worse during running, walking downhill, or going downstairs.
Pain may spread to the outer thigh or calf.
Sometimes a snapping or clicking sensation is felt in the knee.
Outer Knee Pain While Running or Walking? It Could Be IT Band Syndrome!
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