Restricted movement Pain in the iliotibial band syndrome can cause protective tension in the muscles involved – a natural reaction of the human body. This affects the gluteal muscles of the buttocks and the musculus tensor fasciae latae, which runs along the lateral thigh. The consequence of this protective tension is reduced mobility in flexion … Restricted movement | ITBS-Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms/Pain
Painkillers Typically, in the initial phase of an acute iliotibial band syndrome, painkillers such as ibuprufen or diclofenac are used. These drugs also have an anti-inflammatory function. A local application by means of an ointment should be preferred, as this way no negative side effects on internal organs (kidney, liver, heart) can occur. A combination … Painkillers | ITBS-Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms/Pain
Prognosis In the case of a runner’s knee (tractus-iliotibialis syndrome, iliotibial ligament syndrome), which is caused by overloading and is not yet chronic, it often takes just one or two weeks of rest to get rid of the symptoms. If training is continued despite pain, there is a risk of irreparable damage to cartilage in … Prognosis | ITBS-Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms/Pain
There are two possible causes for a malposition of the legs. The bow leg (genu valgum) and the bow leg (genu varum). Both malpositions are usually congenital, but can also be caused by crooked feet (flat feet). In this case, the feet sink inwards and the growth of the legs is impaired due to the … Leg straightening
Leg straightening for adults If a straightening of the leg is carried out in adults, this is done surgically. Conservative methods can do little for the adult, as growth is already complete. At most, one can treat the deformity symptomatically or try to prevent it from worsening. Symptomatic therapy includes pain medication and physiotherapy to … Leg straightening for adults | Leg straightening
