Runners Knee - ITB friction syndrome diagnosis and treatment explained

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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[@X11CHASE]

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

[@elizabethalex5003]

Same thoughts here🙋

[@DheerajGenmed]

35 yrs

[@utingabernardo8205]

one of the best explanations on the internet!

[@drsaintdc]

Agreed. This was perfect.

[@michelaka6836]

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

[@elghazaliwaliid2692]

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]

Thank you for the positive feedback.

[@amithlal6153]

I second this, also amazing animation work.

[@Zubizarreta23]

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

[@sherif963]

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.

[@islamraouf1856]

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.

[@kmorendha]

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

[@twofoureight248]

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.

[@jacobfromerth4589]

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

[@856dejavu]

Beautifully explained 👍

[@robroy8485]

Brilliantly done - thank you.

[@andreasedbom]

Extremely well explained!

[@marutibhakt968]

the only video which has covered the info i needed

[@sanyoshovah2887]

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

[@orangekangrufrmdnmrk]

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

[@liviuszfarkas8960]

This is hands down the best video about the topic!

[@egorpanfilov]

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

[@ooziebrown]

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

[@nicbell1880]

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.

[@Robot007]

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

[@omarhijazi9519]

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]

Thanks for the positieve feedback.

[@margueritebeson8498]

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 🤔

[@MaxNormanCreates]

Great video! So helpful and informative thank you!

[@abdullahnusseir7362]

Easy and great explanation, thank you

[@kasimirb5155]

Excellent explanation. Thank you.

[@njeganilovette1779]

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

[@tomash2o]

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

[@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.

[@marinorpm]

Honestly this is the best video about itb

[@jkm8049]

So well explained sir,thanks a lot.

[@coachmuna_001]

Thanks for your knowledge

[@lilysslimefest]

Spot on,,, well done!!!!

[@darrenmarsh5269]

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

[@totfosk]

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

[@samsofian8291]

2016 until now feeling this pain..

[@stevescholey3479]

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

[@newpatron7054]

Best best best explaination on itb till date on internet

[@AssyrianKing4ever]

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!

[@Donegalguy2]

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

[@oliverkahn2224]

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

[@alenaorlova8395]

Awesome video, thank you so much.

[@ConstructiveMinds100]

Very useful info. Thank you for sharing.

[@kevinyin8497]

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!

[@DhiviBoy]

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

[@Nabwave]

Thankyou so much prof ❤️

[@johannlundin-knutsen9298]

Fantastic and informative video, thank you🤩💪🏻

[@tzeroveca]

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

[@marcabbink2772]

Great information! Thanks!

[@gangesh9307]

Best explanation ♥️

[@theshooter2847]

Thank you so much sir for this great video

[@khairulfadli2812]

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

[@davideerizzi]

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!

[@courtneyrose6106]

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

[@cristilyncustodio5817]

Thank you very much Doctor

[@adamusaniadamu6290]

Very educative,Thanks alot.

[@johnnytyj1]

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

[@sigmawolf3092]

Best explanation doctor 👍

[@axisludi]

what a brilliant video!

[@michellesamaroo3663]

Thank you

[@robbosch3449]

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.

[@sawgolden8270]

It’s really helpful information.

[@Robosci]

Very well explained. Kudos from Sanfrancisco

[@NimeshBassa666]

Very helpful video!

[@Guilhermesanunes]

great video thank you very much!

[@AnnaMariaChiquita]

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.

[@markgunn6680]

👏 Amazing. Thank you

[@exerciseismedicine6578]

Very helpful

[@simonnicholson5913]

Thank you!

[@TanvirAhmed-eb2du]

Awesome!!!

[@sartainja]

Superb presentation.

[@jangamelvisnavkanthpranil6916]

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

[@ProfBellemans]

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

[@MrKrueger88]

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 .

[@prabowospan]

thanks

[@TangoMasterclass]

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.

[@MrHotJohnson]

Now I can finally fix myself.. thank you

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

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.

[@gamaltaher9714]

Good, thanks

[@manonthemoon237]

Thank you!!

[@Cenyon]

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!

[@hasanainalalwan104]

Very nice explanation

[@iainmcmillan616]

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

[@ProfBellemans]

Thanks for the positive feedback

[@MikeDirnt78]

Thanks good video.

[@hypedmma9974]

Great video.

[@Dushyantgiri]

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

[@aharonlevy3399]

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

[@MAFA.ACADEMY]

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

[@AreTeeKay]

The intro beat is insane

[@realgenius1097]

Great stuff, keep it coming please

[@ProfBellemans]

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

[@AnnaMariaChiquita]

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]

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

[@petevernon8549]

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

[@ProfBellemans]

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

[@petevernon8549]

@@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]

@@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).

[@nevroth]

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.

[@chulamatangi7771]

Nailed it!

[@dondon98]

Awesome video

[@tonyscene9796]

Thank you - excellent. 7.10 for exercises..

[@MohamedNadjmo]

thank u sir

[@marycolyer6390]

Great explanation, thank you

[@didactica9326]

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

[@dheerajchoudhary251]

Thankyou

[@marcibunn]

❤thank u!

[@shubhamdadhich6286]

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

[@chantel0910]

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

[@olsmxl6975]

Fantastic explanation - I have subscribed. I am an amateur cyclist and am experiencing pain on the lateral side of the knee - about an inch or two below the knee. Feels like IT band pain but it is below the knee. As I look at an anatomical diagram - the pain seems to be at the point where the Fibularis Longus muscle attaches (which BTW is really developed as are my calf muscles from doing ~200K week on the bike (age 60). I seem to feel it as I rotate my foot. Is there an equivalent friction syndrome here? Could it be where the IT band actually attaches at the knee? Thanks so much!