Iliotibial band syndrome in the athletic population: Strengthening and rehabilitation exercises

Monica R. Lininger, Michael G. Miller

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Abstract

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (Itbs) Is The Leading Cause Of Lateral Knee Pain In Runners. Strengthening Of The Abductors, More Specifically The Gluteus Medius, Has Been Shown To Decrease The Incidence Of Itbs. The Following Column Will Discuss Strengthening And Stretching Exercises For The Strength And Conditioning Specialist And Their Athletes.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)43-46
Number of pages4
JournalStrength and Conditioning Journal
Volume31
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2009
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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