433 results match your criteria: "Iliotibial Band Syndrome"
Injury Profiling in Male Police Cadets During Initial Training Phase: A Retrospective Cohort Study.
Am J Mens Health
December 2024
Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education, ISSEP Ksar Saïd, Manouba University, Manouba, Tunisia.
Musculoskeletal injuries during the "Initial Training Phase" (ITP) are a major medical problem faced by law enforcement agencies worldwide. Aiming to develop an injury prevention strategy, we examined the incidence, type, associated factors, and severity of injuries and secondarily tracked their evolution over time by batches in a police academy. A retrospective cohort study was conducted using prospectively collected injury data on 979 newly recruited male police cadets enrolled in eight batches between 2015 and 2023.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAn osteopathic assessment of lower extremity somatic dysfunctions in runners.
J Osteopath Med
December 2024
616320 Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Article Synopsis
A new alternative to the Ober test for evaluating the difference between right and left iliotibial band stiffness: A reliability study.
J Bodyw Mov Ther
October 2024
Independent Researcher, Italy.
Introduction: A dysfunctional stiffness of the iliotibial band can be related to pathologies of the pelvis/lumbar spine and the knee. The classic and modified Ober tests are the gold standard for assessing iliotibial band stiffness. However, to the authors' knowledge, this test lacks adequate validation, and its specificity is questionable.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Dry needling (DN) for Myofascial trigger points (MTrP's) can be done on superficial or deep tissue levels for the management of a range of neuromusculoskeletal pain disorders. There is still much to learn about dry needling, despite the fact that it has been demonstrated to be useful for a variety of illnesses. The aim of the current study was to determine the effectiveness of DN with stretching on pain and disability in the treatment of athletes with iliotibial band (ITB) tightness.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe effectiveness and characteristics of physiotherapy interventions on adults with iliotibial band syndrome. A scoping review.
J Bodyw Mov Ther
October 2024
Department of Health Science, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus. Electronic address:
Background/purpose: Although physiotherapy remains one of the main interventions suggested for the treatment of Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), the appropriate physiotherapy and its effectiveness on this injury haven't been fully defined yet. This study aims to investigate which are the appropriate physiotherapy interventions and their effectiveness in adults with ITBS METHODS: PRISMA extension for Scoping Reviews and Template for Intervention Description and Replication checklist were used. Medline, Cinahl, SPORTDiscuss, and Pascal Archive databases were searched to identify trials involving patients with ITBS and healthy adults who underwent any form of physiotherapy with or without medication, compared with those who underwent any form of physiotherapy with or without medication or no treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMR Imaging Diagnosis of Greater Trochanteric Syndrome.
Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am
February 2025
Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego, 200 West Arbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92103, USA; Department of Radiology, VA San Diego, 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, CA 92161, USA. Electronic address:
Greater trochanteric syndrome (GTS) is a common condition clinically manifested by pain and tenderness over the greater trochanter. MR imaging plays a pivotal role in investigating the underlying cause of GTS. MR imaging can detect abnormalities not only in symptomatic but also in asymptomatic hips, thereby revealing structural damage in the gluteal tendons and muscles during both clinical and preclinical phases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSnapping Hip Syndrome: Imaging Diagnosis.
Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am
February 2025
Department of Radiology, Montefiore Medical Center, 111 East 210th Street, Bronx, NY 10467, USA. Electronic address:
Snapping hip is a common cause of hip complaints, so radiologists should have it on their radar when involved in the workup and care of young patients with hip complaints, especially those whose symptoms are localized to the greater trochanter or iliopsoas. Although history and physical examination often suggest the correct diagnosis, imaging evaluation, including ultrasonography and MR imaging, is valuable to identify responsible extra-articular structures, assess for the presence of any concurrent intra-articular pathology, identify underlying anatomic variants that might necessitate alterations in surgical technique, and guide steroid injections.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF[Gluteal tendinitis and primary coxarthrosis may lead to iliotibial band syndrome: a Mendelian randomization study].
Nan Fang Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao
September 2024
Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Shenzhen Bao'an Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen 518000, China.
Objective: To analyze the causal relationship of gluteal tendinitis and primary coxarthrosis with the occurrence of iliotibial band syndrome using Mendelian randomization.
Methods: The GWAS data of gluteal tendinitis, primary coxarthrosis and iliotibial band syndrome were screened for high correlation single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). Mendelian randomization analysis was performed using random-effects inverse variance weighting (IVW), MR-Egger regression, and weighted median method to determine whether gluteal tendinitis and primary coxarthrosis were causally related with iliotibial band syndrome.
Musculoskeletal mimics for lumbosacral radiculopathy. Part 2: Specific disorders.
Muscle Nerve
January 2025
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
Article Synopsis
- * The text highlights key musculoskeletal mimickers like facet arthropathy, myofascial pain syndrome, and hip pathology, emphasizing the importance of recognizing specific examination features for accurate diagnosis.
- * Treatment for these mimickers usually involves conservative methods such as physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications, with surgery being a rare option, and diagnostic injections often necessary for confirmation.
Iliotibial-Band and Gluteus Medius Percutaneous Ultrasound Tenotomy for Refractory Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: A Longitudinal Observational Study with One-Year Durability Results.
Pain Physician
September 2024
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Montefiore Medical Center, NY.
Article Synopsis
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) causes lateral hip pain and is often linked to tight iliotibial bands and gluteus medius tendon issues, typically treated with conservative management like physiotherapy and pain meds.
- This study examined the effectiveness and safety of combined gluteus medius and iliotibial band injections in patients who hadn't benefited from standard treatments, analyzing data from a single center over one year.
- Results indicated significant pain reduction and improved function for 83% of patients post-procedure, with no major complications, though the study lacked a control group for better comparison.
Article Synopsis
- Mental health conditions like depression and anxiety significantly impact postoperative outcomes in patients undergoing hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS).
- A study analyzed 289 young patients (30 or younger) and found that those with mental health diagnoses had longer recovery times, higher pain scores, and increased rates of reoperations and complications compared to those without these diagnoses.
- The research indicates that mental health issues are independent risk factors for adverse postoperative outcomes, suggesting a need for increased attention to mental health in orthopedic surgical care.
Effects of conservative treatment strategies for iliotibial band syndrome on pain and function in runners: a systematic review.
Front Sports Act Living
August 2024
Sports Medicine and Sports Orthopaedics, University Outpatient Clinic, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany.
Article Synopsis
- This systematic review investigates the effectiveness of conservative treatment strategies for iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) in runners, highlighting that ITBS accounts for around 10% of running injuries and lacks a consensus on the best treatment approach.
- The review included 13 studies out of 616 records, revealing that hip abductor strengthening exercises are commonly used and can significantly reduce pain (27% to 100% improvement) and enhance function (10% to 57% improvement) within 2 to 8 weeks.
- The conclusion emphasizes the efficacy of hip abductor strengthening exercises, suggesting potential benefits from other therapies, while calling for more rigorous research on emerging treatment strategies like gait retraining.
2D and 3D microstructural analysis of the iliotibial tract.
J Anat
November 2024
UCLouvain-IREC, Morphology Lab (MORF), Brussels, Belgium.
Article Synopsis
- The fascial system is important for connecting various tissues, but there is still debate regarding its microstructure and clinical significance.
- This study specifically examines the iliotibial tract (ITT) to describe its microstructural properties, including thickness, layer count, and fibre orientation, using advanced imaging techniques.
- Findings suggest that the ITT varies in thickness across different regions, typically has 1-3 layers, and features distinct fibre orientations, with the intermediate layer primarily composed of oblique longitudinal fibres.
Endoscopic Resection of Distal Femoral Exostosis That Causes Distal Iliotibial Band Syndrome.
Arthrosc Tech
July 2024
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, North District Hospital, Sheung Shui, Hong Kong.
Article Synopsis
- - Distal iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome is a common cause of lateral knee pain in runners due to tightness in the ITB, leading to issues like sub-ITB bursitis and fat pad compression during repetitive knee flexion.
- - Conservative treatment is often effective for distal ITB syndrome, but if symptoms persist, it's important to look for underlying issues like exostosis in the sub-ITB area.
- - Open surgical excision is the traditional treatment for extra-articular exostosis but carries a significant risk of complications; endoscopic resection is suggested as a safer alternative, and this note discusses the techniques involved in arthroscopic management.
The Biomechanical Influence of Step Width on Typical Locomotor Activities: A Systematic Review.
Sports Med Open
July 2024
Faculty of Sports Science, Ningbo University, No. 818, Fenghua Rd, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China.
Article Synopsis
- Step width refers to the distance between the feet at initial contact during movement, and its variations can significantly affect lower limb biomechanics.
- A systematic review analyzed 23 studies, highlighting that changes in step width influence factors like hip and knee angles, loading, and overall stability during locomotion.
- The findings suggest that narrower step widths may reduce balance and increase impact on the lower body, potentially hindering athletic performance, while slightly increasing step width could improve stability and reduce injury risk.
Current iliotibial band syndrome alters patterns of running coordination in male and female runners, but not their levels of coordination variability.
Sports Biomech
July 2024
Health and Human Performance Department, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to compare coordination patterns and variability in healthy runners versus those with iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS).
- A total of 60 runners were evaluated, split into groups based on health status and gender, while running at different paces.
- Results showed that injured runners exhibited altered coordination patterns, particularly in hip movements, with gender differences noted, but their coordination variability levels remained unchanged compared to healthy runners.
Can we encourage the endoscopic treatment for external snapping hip (ESH)? A systematic review of current concepts.
Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol
August 2024
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Via Gianfranco, University of Turin, Centro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), Zuretti 29, 10126, Turin, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- Snapping hip syndrome (SHS) affects up to 10% of people, with external snapping hip syndrome (ESHS) being the most common form, often caused by sports or anatomical factors; treatment options include physiotherapy and surgery if conservative approaches fail.
- A systematic review assessed 9 studies involving 403 patients who underwent endoscopic procedures like iliotibial band release and gluteus maximus tenotomy, showing significant improvements in symptoms and low complication rates.
- Endoscopic surgery proves effective for ESH, helping patients return to pre-injury activities, but further research is needed to evaluate long-term benefits and cost-effectiveness of these treatments.
Iliotibial Band Origin Tendinopathy Is an Underrecognized Cause of Anterolateral Hip Pain: A Narrative Review and Clinical Commentary.
Curr Sports Med Rep
June 2024
Departments of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Surgery, Division of Sports Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
Article Synopsis
- - Hip pain is a frequent issue for athletes, with common causes like gluteal tendinopathy, femoroacetabular impingement, and osteoarthritis often overshadowing rarer conditions like iliotibial band origin tendinopathy (ITBOT).
- - Identifying the cause of hip pain can be challenging due to the complex pelvic anatomy and varied pain referral patterns, making a systematic evaluation approach crucial for accurate diagnosis.
- - This review focuses on detailing the anatomy of the iliotibial band's origin, discussing how to diagnose ITBOT through imaging, and summarizing current treatment options, highlighting a need for more awareness and research on this condition.
Neuromuscular and trunk control mediate factors associated with injury in fatigued runners.
J Biomech
June 2024
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigated how fatigue impacts injury risk factors and neuromuscular control in recreational runners, focusing on peak vertical instantaneous loading rates (pVILR) linked to tibial stress fractures and peak hip adduction (pHADD) related to knee injuries.
- Data were collected from 11 runners during a fatiguing run, measuring changes in muscle coactivation, trunk control, and kinematic/kinetic variables before and after fatigue.
- Results showed that fatigue significantly increased pHADD and pVILR, decreased coactivation around the knee and ankle, and increased lateral trunk lean, suggesting that these changes may raise the risk of injuries like tibial stress fractures, warranting further research into fatigue-related injuries
Effect of soft tissue tension around the knee joint on medio-lateral patellar position.
J Biomech
May 2024
Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Japan.
Article Synopsis
- Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common knee injury in athletes, often recurring, with its cause linked to the position of the patella during knee extension.
- The study examined the relationship between the position of the patella and the tension of various soft tissues around the knee in both patients with PFP and healthy individuals.
- Findings revealed that increased tension in the vastus lateralis (VL) and iliotibial band (ITB) caused a more lateral patellar position during contraction, which could help inform strategies for preventing and treating PFP.
Risk factors associated with a history of iliotibial band syndrome (hITBS) in distance runners: a cross-sectional study in 76 654 race entrants - a SAFER XXXIII study.
Phys Sportsmed
December 2024
Section Sports Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.
Article Synopsis
- Distance running has health benefits, but it can also lead to gradual onset running-related injuries like Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), and there is little research on the risk factors for this condition in large groups.
- A study involving over 106,000 distance runners identified that 1.63% reported hITBS, with higher rates found in those running longer distances, females, younger participants, and those who run faster or have more chronic diseases.
- Key independent risk factors for developing hITBS included being female, younger age, having multiple chronic diseases, and having a history of allergies, regardless of race distance or training history.
Clinical Outcomes Following Incomplete Arthroscopic Iliotibial Band Release for External Snapping Hip Syndrome: An Observational Study.
Orthop Surg
May 2024
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Article Synopsis
- This study analyzed the effectiveness of arthroscopic iliotibial band (ITB) release for treating external snapping hip (ESH) syndrome in patients who didn’t respond to conservative treatments, focusing on those with persistent snapping after the procedure.
- Data from 33 patients over a minimum of 2 years showed that only 8.9% had incomplete releases, but none required additional surgery, and symptoms improved significantly post-rehabilitation.
- The findings suggest that a successful ITB release during arthroscopy can resolve residual symptoms of ESH syndrome without needing to shift to open surgery.
Article Synopsis
- After total knee arthroplasty (TKA), isolated lateral knee pain can arise from various issues like soft tissue impingement and remnant osteophytes.
- To diagnose the pain, it's important to first check for common problems such as infection and instability using x-rays, CT scans, and potentially ultrasound for better accuracy.
- Initial treatments include anti-inflammatory meds, physical therapy for ITB stretches, and possibly steroid injections, but surgery might be necessary for lasting relief without the need for a full TKA revision.