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Itb syndrome
I am athlete. I have itb syndrome from which I have outer knee pain. How can i get relief from this. Kindly help me.
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Having problems with muscles and joint is common as you are an athlete.do not take stress..it can be relieved.as your are aware about your problem you should start steps toward it's treatment..
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Stretching and strengthening exercises.
Specifically iliotibial band stretching n strengthening
Tens and us therapy can be started.
U can take help of a physio near you for the above treatments.
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please do a proper warm up and cool down before any specific activity.this will prevent any muscle and joint related issues further.
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Chiropractic adjustment will help.
Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold).
Avoid Squatting-
Avoid sitting Cross legged
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If you have DX to have ITband symdrome, you should also look for
1.limb length discrepancy
2. bowing of the knee
3.Intoeing
4.hip adductor weakness
5 myofascial restriction
Look for the above and do necessary correction
Physical therapy and USS therapy will also help
if acute pain is there you can take a course of anti-inflammatory medication also
Till the pain subsides avoid activities like cycling .long distance running.
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Consult with physiotherapists near you and avoi long standing
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Pl do ice packs for about 12 to 15minutes 2 times a day. Then do stretching of the band.Also work on hip muscles for mobility & muscles strengthening .
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Should consult a Physiotherapist
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Avoid high impact & painful activities.
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Mr. Abhishek Verma (PT)
Physiotherapist
16 yrs exp
Noida
Biomechanical assessment is the key to success.
Consult with a physiotherapist who have orthopaedic experience.
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Dr. Neetu Rathi (PT)
Geriatric Physiotherapist
16 yrs exp
Gurgaon
U should consult to the manual Physiotherapist who can manage it properly n advice u exercises also
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