ITBS, runner’s knee, tractus syndrome – whatever the name may be, it is a dreaded symptom of overstrain for every runner. The Iliotibial Ligament Syndrome, ITBS for short, describes a problem of the strong tendon ligament on the outer thigh. For a better understanding an explanation of the term: the ilium is a part of … ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Jogging/runner’s knee Why is the ITBS now called runner’s knee? Why are especially fit, athletic joggers affected? At the upper end of the ligament, the tendon trains of some muscles radiate into it, such as the M. Tensor fascia latae and the middle and large gluteal muscle. These muscles hold our pelvis in a straight … Jogging/runner’s knee | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Conservative therapy The conservative therapy for an iliotibial band syndrome consists largely of In addition, physiotherapeutic treatment is used. If no conservative therapy promises any prospect of improvement, surgical intervention may be considered. In this operation, the tractus iliotibialis is lengthened by making an incision of the iliotibial ligament. Gentle for several weeks Administration of … Conservative therapy | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
OP after-treatment/painkiller In the initial phase after a surgical intervention due to an iliotibial band syndrome, the treatment is mainly with painkillers such as Novalgin, Ibuprofen or similar. Preferably those that also have an anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory effect). A gradual reduction of the corresponding dose and subsequent balancing out of the painkillers is done in a … OP after-treatment/painkiller | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Further therapeutic measures When correctly applied, tapestries can support the muscles in their function, but also relieve tense tissue. In the case of ITBS, a system along the entire length of the tendon ligament is suitable.Tapes are applied in slight pre-stretch. In our case, the patient lies on the unaffected side, the upper leg bent … Further therapeutic measures | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Causes ITBS is usually based on a shortening of the iliotibial ligament, among other things due to overstrain, pelvic malposition, foot malposition – which affects the entire continuing muscle and structural chain upwards, leg axis malposition, muscular imbalances, an unphysiological gait pattern, the wrong running shoes, the wrong running style, or an injury. Subsequently, the … Causes | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Diagnosis Various tests exist to diagnose ITBS and filter out its cause. The gait pattern is checked, painful movements are analyzed, and the extent of movement as well as the strength and length of certain muscles are tested. With a length test for the tractus iliotibialis in lateral position, the pain described by the patient … Diagnosis | ITBS – Iliotibial Band Syndrome
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
The Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is also known as Runner’s Knee or Tractus Syndrome. It occurs mainly in runners and is manifested by pain in the outer knee joint. It is usually caused by overstraining due to too frequent or too long training. On the outside of the thigh is the fibrous tractus iliotibialis. It … ITBS-Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms/Pain
How do I recognize a runner’s knee? A runners knee with the associated liotibial ligament syndrome is usually detected by a doctor or therapist without an X-ray or MRI. A typical symptom is a pressure pain in the course of the tractus iliotibialis, which occurs particularly strongly in the area of the outer epicondylus of … How do I recognize a runner’s knee? | ITBS-Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms/Pain
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