Runners Knee - ITB friction syndrome diagnosis and treatment explained

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  • čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
  • Iliotibial friction syndrome, also known as 'Runners Knee', is one of the most common sports injuries in the knee, and we see it especially in athletes who do a lot of repeated flexion-extension motions of the knee like long-distance runners and long-distance cyclists.
    In this video, Prof. Bellemans explains how to diagnose ITB friction syndrome and what you can do about it.
    00:00 Introduction
    00:13 What is ITB friction syndrome
    02:57 Diagnosis of ITB friction syndrome
    05:27 Treatment of ITB friction syndrome
    08:56 Outro
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Komentáře • 212

  • @X11CHASE
    @X11CHASE Před 3 lety +49

    I wish knowledge like this was more accessible 9-10 years ago, what a blessing

  • @sherif963
    @sherif963 Před 5 měsíci +10

    I had this syndrome for almost 5 weeks and watched a lot of videos about it. But this video is by far the best one. Super informative. Straight to the point.
    Just for the people suffering the same injury. Some tips:
    1. Please be patient.
    2. Listen to what is said in this video
    3. Don't bother watching any other one (except for ways to strengthen the Glutes Medius)
    4. Go for a physiotherapist.

  • @michelaka6836
    @michelaka6836 Před rokem +22

    Someone that actually knows what they are talking about. Very informative. Thank you.

  • @utingabernardo8205
    @utingabernardo8205 Před 3 lety +48

    one of the best explanations on the internet!

  • @elghazaliwaliid2692
    @elghazaliwaliid2692 Před 3 lety +76

    The best explanation I’ve got so far, even much better than my doctor’s .... thank you so much for your time and info.

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for the positive feedback.

    • @amithlal6153
      @amithlal6153 Před 2 lety

      I second this, also amazing animation work.

    • @Zubizarreta23
      @Zubizarreta23 Před 2 lety

      i third this man now ik how to kt tape it good stuff

  • @islamraouf1856
    @islamraouf1856 Před 10 měsíci +2

    You are a professor as all professors should be, I'm not a medic and undersood every single word, with full respect sir, thank you.

  • @totfosk
    @totfosk Před rokem +2

    after 190283 videos 10293 doctors and 1 MRT, this is the first time that I understand what I have. Thank you!!!!!

  • @courtneyrose6106
    @courtneyrose6106 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I’ve had knee pain in the past mainly dull from walking long distances, and sometimes sharp pain in that area when doing squats or leg extensions. I had walked about 5 miles today at work in new shoes I got for christmas and I felt fine most of the day. By the end of my shift I was in excruciating pain in that exact spot where the IT band is on my left knee. I struggled to walk to my car in the parking lot and couldn’t wait to sit down. I’ve been in bed now for a while trying to massage the area. I suspect I have a slightly longer leg than the other. Thank you for this video it helped me to understand more of what I’m dealing with

  • @omarhijazi9519
    @omarhijazi9519 Před 3 lety +40

    I come from a biomedical background with basic understanding of anatomy and I cannot articulate enough how helpful this video has been- straight to the point, well structured and the information can be understood and appreciated across all levels of understanding.. I think this might explain some of the pain I have been experiencing- best of luck I have subscribed 👍

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the positieve feedback.

    • @margueritebeson8498
      @margueritebeson8498 Před rokem

      Have you been thinking , like me , of a lateral meniscus ? And do you also experiencing hip pain ? You had a mri ?...I ll have one in a few days ...my housedoctor thought of a meniscus 🤔

  • @kmorendha
    @kmorendha Před 17 dny

    You knowledge is a true blessing to the mankind! Please keep it sharing and showering Sir!

  • @MrKrueger88
    @MrKrueger88 Před 2 lety +2

    Professors love cutting you up ... I have fixed a very problematic issue having bow legs and a leg length discrepancy . And I did it naturally . Foot orthotics . Stretches and exercises to balance the hips up and strengthening the surrounding muscles of the knee and hips .

  • @twofoureight248
    @twofoureight248 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Best explanation for a particular condition. Very precise and to the point. I wish Dr. Bellemans keeps posting videos to his channel. Though there might be less subscribers I am sure the views will be high. This will be my first go to channel if I suffer from any orthopedic issues in future.

  • @856dejavu
    @856dejavu Před 17 dny +1

    Beautifully explained 👍

  • @sanyoshovah2887
    @sanyoshovah2887 Před 10 měsíci +4

    This is the best video I've seen on the topic. And I've seen A LOT

  • @liviuszfarkas8960
    @liviuszfarkas8960 Před 2 měsíci +1

    This is hands down the best video about the topic!

  • @egorpanfilov
    @egorpanfilov Před 6 měsíci +3

    Such a great channel! This video and the one from TKA are fantastic.Thank you Prof. Bellemans!

  • @ooziebrown
    @ooziebrown Před 2 lety +2

    Best video I've seen on ITB Syndrome causes and remediation options. Fantastic!!!

  • @jacobfromerth4589
    @jacobfromerth4589 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you! I watched 5 videos before this and didn’t get the answers I needed until I came here!!!

  • @Robot007
    @Robot007 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Dr. Belleman, thank you! Great professor! Blessins!

  • @tomash2o
    @tomash2o Před 10 měsíci +1

    Excellent review of the diagnosis and treatment options. Thanks !!

  • @nicbell1880
    @nicbell1880 Před 3 lety +3

    Wonderful resources, I am really hoping you expand this library, medial knee issues, and even though Knees are your speciality, opinions on ankle mobility issues and hips, etc that contribute to knee problems would be great. Really love the way you explain and give the breakdowns.

  • @orangekangrufrmdnmrk
    @orangekangrufrmdnmrk Před rokem +1

    Excellent, an exact video explaining what I’m experiencing. Thank you

  • @njeganilovette1779
    @njeganilovette1779 Před 2 lety +3

    Best explanation. This is the second video I ve listen to this prof he's knowledgeable.

  • @AnnaMariaChiquita
    @AnnaMariaChiquita Před 3 lety +6

    More specifically, I will strengthen the gluteus medius and reduce tension in the ITB but also the vastus lateralis, TFL, gluteus maximus. Got it ;-)

    • @pelinpolat5067
      @pelinpolat5067 Před 11 měsíci

      but my itb hurts when l try to strength my gluteus medius 😢

  • @DhiviBoy
    @DhiviBoy Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks prof. Started running today and I’m experienced signs and symptoms suggestive of ITBS!

  • @AssyrianKing4ever
    @AssyrianKing4ever Před 2 lety +5

    I appreciate the wealth of knowledge that was put into this video.
    Recently started having pain on the outside of my left knee that resulted in reduced physical activities. Can't wait to get back!
    Thanks again!

  • @darrenmarsh5269
    @darrenmarsh5269 Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing video. Good to understand very easily from a long time suffering of ITB pain.

  • @kevinyin8497
    @kevinyin8497 Před 2 lety

    Thank you Prof. Bellemans! Your video and detail explanation are very useful and helpful for me to understand what is going on with my knees and how I should do next. Thanks again!

  • @tzeroveca
    @tzeroveca Před 5 měsíci

    Phenomenal ! Thank you so much for sharing. I just did dome of the stretching exercises and already feel better.

  • @rafaeltorres-rivera1669

    Thank you so much I am now able to finally identify and treat my pain that’s been lingering the last several months when ever I run 4 miles.

  • @marutibhakt968
    @marutibhakt968 Před 2 lety +1

    the only video which has covered the info i needed

  • @marinorpm
    @marinorpm Před 2 lety +1

    Honestly this is the best video about itb

  • @newpatron7054
    @newpatron7054 Před 2 lety +1

    Best best best explaination on itb till date on internet

  • @MAFA.ACADEMY
    @MAFA.ACADEMY Před rokem +5

    Best explanation ever.I have been struggling with the same problem for years, and I have never found any helpful video like yours;Thank you so much

  • @robroy8485
    @robroy8485 Před rokem +1

    Brilliantly done - thank you.

  • @stevescholey3479
    @stevescholey3479 Před rokem +1

    Thank you, very well explained. Really appreciate this video.

  • @oliverkahn2224
    @oliverkahn2224 Před 9 měsíci

    I suffered from IT band syndrome pain on my knee and thanks to the information on this and other videos I was able to do the exercises and treat myself. I changed my shoes and did the rehab plus meds and ice and I'm way way better off now. I just have to really put it to the test later this month

  • @khairulfadli2812
    @khairulfadli2812 Před 2 lety

    Most understandable explanation on knee pain compared to other videos.. Very much helpful.. By understanding it now I can plan more effective way of running and stretching.. Thank you

  • @TangoMasterclass
    @TangoMasterclass Před 4 měsíci

    Dank voor de zeer duidelijke uitleg. Dit heb ik aan mijn knie sinds dit jaar, vanaf ca. 8 km joggen of ca. 15 km wandelen. In combinatie met mijn heuppijn, die ik sinds kort erbij heb gekregen, krijg ik de iliotibiaal frictiesyndroomklachten nu al na 1 uur wandelen. Ik zal een zooltje in mijn wandelschoenen plaatsen (ik heb beenlengteverschil) en ik ga de heupspieren versterken. Stretchen doe ik altijd al.

  • @abdullahnusseir7362
    @abdullahnusseir7362 Před 2 lety +1

    Easy and great explanation, thank you

  • @Donegalguy2
    @Donegalguy2 Před 3 lety +2

    Brilliant - I have watched loads of videos but yours made the most sense, had a great test and had potential solutions. Fantastic and I will start with the insole. Only those that really know what they are talking about can me make is sound easy. Thanks very much

  • @MaxNormanCreates
    @MaxNormanCreates Před 3 lety +1

    Great video! So helpful and informative thank you!

  • @andreasedbom
    @andreasedbom Před 2 lety

    Extremely well explained!

  • @davideerizzi
    @davideerizzi Před 2 lety +1

    I think I found the cause of my pain and weird feeling in my leg/knee, the symptoms are basically all there, and the pain it’s located right where this video shows, this was so helpful, hopefully I’m not wrong and I can treat myself to get back on track!

  • @jkm8049
    @jkm8049 Před 3 lety +1

    So well explained sir,thanks a lot.

  • @adamusaniadamu6290
    @adamusaniadamu6290 Před 2 lety +1

    Very educative,Thanks alot.

  • @johnnytyj1
    @johnnytyj1 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank You... Good information.. I guess I having similar pains in my knee.. as I run a lot lately...

  • @ConstructiveMinds100
    @ConstructiveMinds100 Před 2 lety +1

    Very useful info.
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @johannlundin-knutsen9298
    @johannlundin-knutsen9298 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic and informative video, thank you🤩💪🏻

  • @alenaorlova8395
    @alenaorlova8395 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video, thank you so much.

  • @kasimirb5155
    @kasimirb5155 Před 2 lety

    Excellent explanation. Thank you.

  • @jangamelvisnavkanthpranil6916

    Thank you so much for this video. Point to point explanation any layman can understand.

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety

      @Jangam Elvis Navkath Pranil, Thank you for the positive feedback.

  • @coachmuna_001
    @coachmuna_001 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for your knowledge

  • @Robosci
    @Robosci Před 2 lety +1

    Very well explained. Kudos from Sanfrancisco

  • @marcabbink2772
    @marcabbink2772 Před 3 lety +1

    Great information! Thanks!

  • @robbosch3449
    @robbosch3449 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow...great stuff. I am bow legged, and I suspected that might be causing my IT band issues. I am waiting on insoles I ordered which I am hoping will help, along with more regular stretching. Thanks so much for your very helpful video.

  • @Guilhermesanunes
    @Guilhermesanunes Před rokem +1

    great video thank you very much!

  • @sawgolden8270
    @sawgolden8270 Před 2 lety +1

    It’s really helpful information.

  • @theshooter2847
    @theshooter2847 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much sir for this great video

  • @lilysslimefest
    @lilysslimefest Před 2 lety +1

    Spot on,,, well done!!!!

  • @AnnaMariaChiquita
    @AnnaMariaChiquita Před 3 lety +8

    This was very clearly explained. Thank you so much for taking the time to prepare this video. I understand the condition much better and understand that my slightly varus knees is making me more susceptible of getting the ITBS. I was wondering why my friends who would cycle the same distance as me did not have any problems. I will try to do the suggested exercises to strengthen the gluteus muscles.

  • @Cenyon
    @Cenyon Před 4 měsíci

    Great stuff! I’ve had runner’s knee for several years now, and it was only when I started stretching and specifically targeting the gluteus medius that I could do long distance running without pain. Unfortunately it still appears after a certain number of miles, but I’ll try some of the other treatments in this video and see if they help. Specifically foam rolling and checking if the leg that hurts is longer than the other. Very informative, thank you!

  • @NimeshBassa666
    @NimeshBassa666 Před 2 lety +1

    Very helpful video!

  • @Dushyantgiri
    @Dushyantgiri Před 2 lety +1

    Very good video 👌 this may give some support o people who start running

  • @sartainja
    @sartainja Před rokem +1

    Superb presentation.

  • @petevernon8549
    @petevernon8549 Před 3 lety +2

    The best video on itb on YT. Thank you, I can now seek treatment

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety

      I'm glad to hear this video helped you. Good luck with the treatment and recovery.

    • @petevernon8549
      @petevernon8549 Před 3 lety

      @@ProfBellemans
      Is it possible piriformis syndrome on the opposite side has created the itb problem? It seems I have a number of problems all linked with the hipnarea

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety +2

      @@petevernon8549 Yes Pete, that is a possibility. We will address the piriformis syndrome in a future video, but I can already confirm that a piriformis syndrome will have an influence on hip dynamics and subsequently may have a negative impact on the ITB. In that case, make sure you get the piriformis well under control (which is not always easy).

  • @sebasrojas00
    @sebasrojas00 Před 2 lety +3

    This kind of information is what every doctor should give their patients regarding this syndrome. I've had this for several months now, I've been to the doctor twice and to 18 sessions of physical therapy in between, and they never explained this to me. By the way, I'm still not fully recovered but I feel that if I had known this before hand it would've made everything a lot easier.

  • @sigmawolf3092
    @sigmawolf3092 Před 2 lety +1

    Best explanation doctor 👍

  • @lindanwfirefighter4973
    @lindanwfirefighter4973 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video! Now I know I developed pain here! I have been wearing an aircast for 9 weeks on my opposite leg due to a fracture foot. Now I will see if it goes away now that my foot is out of the cast. Thanks.

  • @cristilyncustodio5817
    @cristilyncustodio5817 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you very much Doctor

  • @gangesh9307
    @gangesh9307 Před 3 lety +3

    Best explanation ♥️

  • @MrHotJohnson
    @MrHotJohnson Před 2 lety +1

    Now I can finally fix myself.. thank you

  • @axisludi
    @axisludi Před 3 lety

    what a brilliant video!

  • @aharonlevy3399
    @aharonlevy3399 Před 5 měsíci

    These are great videos!
    Do you have some on wrist injuries

  • @Nabwave
    @Nabwave Před 3 lety +3

    Thankyou so much prof ❤️

  • @samsofian8291
    @samsofian8291 Před měsícem

    2016 until now feeling this pain..

  • @hasanainalalwan104
    @hasanainalalwan104 Před 2 lety

    Very nice explanation

  • @iainmcmillan616
    @iainmcmillan616 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks sir had it for years keep up your good work please

  • @hypedmma9974
    @hypedmma9974 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video.

  • @nevroth
    @nevroth Před 3 lety +2

    SO HELPFUL! Especially the moving diagram/examples of the ITB crossing over with flexion. I've been experiencing lateral knee pain when hiking (particularly downhill). My PT has recommended glut med and foot exercises but its been on going for nearly a year and I hunting for more info/exercises. I will try those hip drops.

  • @didactica9326
    @didactica9326 Před rokem

    Thank you very much! Super informative video. What kind of pain patches are used in the video? Arnica?

  • @chantel0910
    @chantel0910 Před 2 měsíci

    This was perfect .. thank you! There are so many knee braces on the market, which works best for day to day life and/or for workouts with ITB? Five months of this and counting for me

  • @realgenius1097
    @realgenius1097 Před 4 lety +2

    Great stuff, keep it coming please

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety

      More videos are coming soon so stay on the lookout for them.

  • @shubhamdadhich6286
    @shubhamdadhich6286 Před 2 lety

    I am suffering from 3 yrs no phystherpy helped n no doctor is suggesting for suregy but I suffering from pain everyday every step I walk, felt quite good after seeing this that yes finally I found exactly what happening with me. Now will try to consult a doctor for surgery

  • @michellesamaroo3663
    @michellesamaroo3663 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you

  • @holisticfitnesscoach
    @holisticfitnesscoach Před rokem +1

    Thank you!

  • @dondon98
    @dondon98 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video

  • @TanvirAhmed-eb2du
    @TanvirAhmed-eb2du Před 4 měsíci +1

    Awesome!!!

  • @MikeDirnt78
    @MikeDirnt78 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks good video.

  • @markgunn6680
    @markgunn6680 Před 2 lety +1

    👏 Amazing. Thank you

  • @exerciseismedicine6578
    @exerciseismedicine6578 Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful

  • @kindaworks3293
    @kindaworks3293 Před 2 lety +1

    I have this pain on the side on knee for a couple weeks and its not going away even after resting. Now, I know what to do fix it. Thank you very much for info. I can't wait to start running and exercising again.

  • @gamaltaher9714
    @gamaltaher9714 Před 3 lety +1

    Good, thanks

  • @TerriPlunkett
    @TerriPlunkett Před 7 hodinami +1

    Awesome 👏

  • @caringtonmathalephahlamohl7487

    I have been struggling with the same problem for 7 weeks. Thank you for the detailed information.

  • @manonthemoon237
    @manonthemoon237 Před 2 lety

    Thank you!!

  • @joe1071
    @joe1071 Před 4 měsíci

    I think newer research has shown an interacted fat pad in the knee that is also involved in the pain since the tight ITB puts increased pressure in that as well

  • @tonyscene9796
    @tonyscene9796 Před 2 lety

    Thank you - excellent. 7.10 for exercises..

  • @prabowospan
    @prabowospan Před 3 měsíci +1

    thanks

  • @tobiasvanselow9590
    @tobiasvanselow9590 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you Prof. Bellemans,
    I'm a medical student from Germany and I've been suffering from this condition for quite a while. I hope to be able to "treat myself" with the help of your advice.
    If I had one wish for a subsequent video I'd be very interested in the condition of (hereditary) shoulder laxity and especially measures/treatment/training to improve shoulder joint stability and actively prevent damage to the shoulder joint by ongoing misalignment of the humerus head.
    Best regards from Hamburg

    • @ProfBellemans
      @ProfBellemans  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for the feedback. We will definitely take your idea into consideration for the next videos and good luck with rehab!