May 19, 2020 / Treatment
ITB Friction & Pain
ITBFS also known as Iliotibial Friction Syndrome. The IT Band is a thick tendon that runs down the length of the outer thigh.
It is a condition that is commonly an overuse injury that can cause inflammation and pain in the outside of the knee.
Some symptoms of this condition:
- Sharp or burning pain just above the outer part of the knee
- Pain that gets worse with running or other repetitive activities
- Pain during early bending of the knee
- Swelling on the outside of the knee
How to heal ITBFS ?
ITBFS can take up to 6 weeks to fully heal however there are a number of ways to help relieve knee pain. Massage treatment inclusive of deep tissue massage is very important to encourage healing, strengthening and assisting to decrease muscle pain. If this sounds like you, be sure to speak to one of our amazing Therapists. Don’t live with the pain, we can help!
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