Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Question 1

How does iliotibial band syndrome typically present?

Answer 1

Lateral knee pain - tenderness 2-3cm above lateral joint line
Runners (1 in 10 regular runners)

Question 2

Mx of iliotibial band syndrome?

Answer 2

Activity modification
Iliotibial band stretches

If no improvement: physio referral

Question 3

When may pain be felt most on examination in iliotibial band syndrome?

Answer 3

On palpation over lateral epicondyle, especially if knee is at 30 degrees of flexion