Iliotibial Band Syndrome Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS or ITBFS, for Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome) is one of the main causes of lateral knee pain in runners but also associated with cycling, hiking and weight lifting, especially squats. The iliotibial band is a superficial thickening of tissue on the outside of the knee, extending from the outside of the pelvis, over the hip and knee, and …
Neck Pain Neck pain (cervicalgia) is common and generally nothing to worry about as usually the pain gets better after a few days and is not a sign of any neck problem or serious underlying condition. It can result from a sprain after bending your neck into an unusual position (by sleeping on too many pillows …
Lower Back Pain Lower Back Pain is a common disorder affecting around 80% of people at some point in their lives and is one of the most common causes of job-related disability and a leading reason for days off work. Only headache/migraine is more common. Physical therapy treatments for lower back pain can include massage, heat, ice, …