ITB friction animation

Iliotibial band friction (ITB) syndrome is a common running injury due to a tight ITB. In a previous article, we explained the reasons why the ITB tightens up. To make it easier to understand how a tight ITB causes friction and inflammation, click here to see an animation of ITBS.

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