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Iliotibial Band Syndrome The iliotibial band is a band of
fibrous tissue that runs down the outside of the thigh. It
provides stability to the knee and hip and helps prevent
dislocation of those joints. The band may overdevelop, tighten,
and rub across the hipbone or the outer part of the knee. Each
time the knee is bent or the hip flexed, the band rubs against
bone. This is particularly common in runners, cyclists, and
people who participate in other aerobic activities. Symptoms of
iliotibial band syndrome include: - Pain on the outside of the
knee or hip. - Snapping hip pain as the iliotibial band snaps
back and forth over the point of the hip (greater trochanter). -
Pain that generally disappears as the band is stretched out and
becomes more flexible. - Pain that improves with rest.
Iliotibial band syndrome is treated wi