[Clinical diagnosis and treatment for iliotibial band syndrome].

As an usually occurs in athletes, iliotibial band syndrome is payed more attention for people, the disease is diagnosed mainly by clinical symptoms, physical examination and MRI, but there is no uniform diagnostic criteria. The pathogenesis of iliotibial band syndrome is considered to be related to pressure and friction factors. As for the treatment, manipulation, muscle exercise, mainly drugs and physical therapy and so on both at home and abroad are recognized to use to achieve desired effect.