my knee, i figured it out. ITB band, any info on how to help it ?

[skyline_350gt]

ITB band in my left leg it has to be what is making my knee hurt spuraticlywhen i run. anyone know how to get it back to normal? and what will happen if i just push throught the pain it goes away in like 2minutes anyway . but will i injure my self if i dont take time off?

I read that the ITB band shortens and puts preasure on the outside of the knee which causes piain but goes away, no swelling, or fluid build up. so it has to be what is wrong with my knee. but will streatching better next time i run fix it or is it something that will take time?

thanks.

[XxNinjaxX]

Very common problem in Buds is ITB and Shin splints and in most cases it's a matter not so much of not stretching enough, but not doing the correct stretches. you're best best as best as I can describe it is to sit on the floor both knees bent left leg flat on the floor bent in a "V" shape in front of you. foot to the right and knee to the left. Right leg in the same position foot to the right and knee to the left with the bottom of your left foot touching your right knee. Your right knee should be at about the same angle as your left (in a V shape). Then slowly lower your upper body into a push up position over your left knee bringing your chest to your knee you'll feel the stretch in your lower buttocks/upper thigh which I have be informed as being the location of the muscle that activates the ITB Band. You can adjust the legs angle so better suit yourself and maximize your stretch and remember when you stretch today you're stretching for tomorrow. Stretching gives little immediate relief or help but prepares your body for later. Also never after a run bend over and put your hands to your knees to "rest" it's bad form applies unnecessary stress to your knees and back and your better off decreasing your recovery time by walking it off or in my personal opinion stretching it off.


"Bob's Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, nor do I play one on TV. This diagnosis and treatment applies only to me and my medical condition. It is not intended as a diagnosis or treatment for others." ~(itbs.info/html/body_stretches.html)

[Peter_Egyed]

you may want to try Self Myofascial Release Techniques using a foam roller, very common amongs runners. Here is a link with directions and pictures. http://www.sport-fitness-advisor.com/self-myofascial-release.html Good luck