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In brief
Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS) is an overuse syndrome resulting from friction between the iliotibial band and the lateral femoral epicondyle during flexion and extension of the knee. It is often found in runners. If it is suspected, Ober's test for iliotibial band tightness should be performed. When Ober's test is positive, a lateral sole wedge is prescribed and the patient is started on a series of stretching exercises. These exercises have been shown to alleviate symptoms of ITBFS and prevent their occurrence.
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H. Bates Noble
Dr. Noble is director and Ms. Porter is assistant director of the Center for Sports Medicine, and Mr. Hajek is a medical student at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. Dr. Noble and Ms. Porter are members of the American College of Sports Medicine.
Michael R. Hajek
Dr. Noble is director and Ms. Porter is assistant director of the Center for Sports Medicine, and Mr. Hajek is a medical student at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. Dr. Noble and Ms. Porter are members of the American College of Sports Medicine.
Marianne Porter
Dr. Noble is director and Ms. Porter is assistant director of the Center for Sports Medicine, and Mr. Hajek is a medical student at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. Dr. Noble and Ms. Porter are members of the American College of Sports Medicine.