IT Band Syndrome Stretches & Exercises - Ask Doctor Jo
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With IT Band Syndrome, many like to debate whether it’s really the IT band that's the cause or if it’s your tensor fasciae latae (TFL). The TFL is really the muscle belly of the IT band, so stretching and exercising one should help the other. More IT Band Syndrome exercises: • IT Band Syndrome Stret...
There are many ways to stretch the IT band/TFL. You can stretch it lying down with a strap, standing up, and a few other ways.
It’s also good to stretch your hamstrings and your quad muscles because they are closely related to the IT band, and often are tight and irritated as well.
Exercises like clamshells and hip abduction in sidelying and standing do a great job of strengthening the gluteus medius as well as the TFL and hip area. You can always use a resistive band or weights to make the exercises more challenging.
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@michaelgreensgraphicmedici5251
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. It's informative and has been helping my IT Band Syndrome. Where can I get a pillow like the one you use in the video (the purple padded one)? Thanks much.
@TD-kb3xq
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I’m a hockey goalie and this made my leg so much better I liked and subscribe jo🙏
@MrKingdomhearts9
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Doctor Jo you and Athlean X channels really help.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@maxb8802
3 жыл бұрын
Hi doctor, I’ve been having a knees pain for more than 2 years (former runner) and nothing helped me (mri is clean, pt, chiropractor, many doctors). Even a surgery is not an option because the issue is not detected. What would you suggest to try?
Dr. Jo, you have become one of my two go-to YT physicians and I can't thank you enough. 15 years w/o an auto; from my doorstep to my destination and back ( plus my backpack ) it's either cycling or longboarding and as you can image, boy do my legs start to feel it. I'm hitting 45 in a few weeks and my desire to do anything other than some basic stretches has wilted exponentially as of late but since my right IT band won't stop talking to me, I decided to hop online seek your thoughts on the matter. The belt stretch is a winner! Thanks again.
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
I’ve been stretching my IT band. I’m in pain through my right leg. I’m going to these tonight. I do get relief. Love the flash socks !!
Thanks to you I got rid of my back and shoulder pain(severe one).My gratitude and greetings from Belguim.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I'm glad they helped.
Thank you so much, Dr. Jo. My pain has decreased so much due to the information on your video. I'm subscribed.
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thanks.
Doctor Joe is a Godsend. If your looking for a simple You Tube video on IT Band Exercises and stretches, this is it. Also, I purchased the "band-worksheet". Thanks, Dr Joe.
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
Brilliant video, thanks heaps. Ive had IT band problems for years and some of these exercises ive used before but learnt some new ones also, much appreciated.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome.
👋 doctor Jo, thank you for all of your great workouts. You've helped me with my meniscus tear and my IT band. My journey began the beginning of this year and today I'm healthy! Thank you, I appreciate you
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Doctor Jo an excellent professional,. Clear instructions for exercises and easygoing approach from her which make her videos videos fun and instructive
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Love, love, love the ballerina stretch. Feels sooo good.
Dr. Jo, thank you! These exercises bring so much relief!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
You are AMAZING ‼️👏 thanks again - having an IT band issue for the first time & these are helping already after only one set❣️
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
These simple exercises helped relieve the pain in my knee. I had a hard time walking due to the pain caused by the tight IT band. Thanks so much Doc!
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
That belt stretch really hit home for me! Last time my IT band flared up, it took almost two weeks to get back to normal. This vid got me right within a day! Thank you!!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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@yahyagannour8486
3 жыл бұрын
Same here. Thank you Dr Jo
@ClayLud
Жыл бұрын
did it flare up from running?
@rajaatiq9509
7 ай бұрын
I am suffering from past 8 9 days.. and looks like it will take few more days.. unable to bend knee.. rest of leg is doing ok
THANK YOU ❤️ been out of running for about 2 months now which is torture for a runner. Doing this every day/every two days is starting to really help. PS I'm watching all the way over in sunny Scotland xx
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm glad they are helping :-)
@IndianMythology
3 жыл бұрын
Bro, has u issue completely cured?
Every single time I get a little stiff in the hip your videos help a lot. Hope you're doing great as well as your very cute dog princess!
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad they help. 🐾
Omg, instant relief! Thank you!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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My orthopedic surgeon recommended your site before I see pt so you must be great!!!! . I'm hoping this will work & make a difference before I see him!
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks to your surgeon for sharing!! I hope they help too.
you are so great when ever i have pain the first channel i look for is yours :)
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
I am so glad I found these stretches. I hope this helps with my "runners knees". Thank you.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
These are great! Thanks. Glad I found this old video ❤
@AskDoctorJo
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome.
It relieves the pain instantly. Thank you so much.
@AskDoctorJo
4 ай бұрын
You're welcome. I'm glad it helped.
I've suffered with this for about 5 years. I've had cartilage problems in knees and years of expensive physio and acupuncture prior to trying this for free! Doing this twice a week has really helped me to date, thank you!
@AskDoctorJo
6 ай бұрын
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Thabk you so much for these stretches!! I recently felt pain in my IT band and I really don't want to injure myself mid season for sports! Hoping it'll heal!!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
Amazing video Dr. Jo!
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Dr jo, this video has saved me from 14 months of hip pain. Just 4 days and I can walk on my left hip and sleep on that side. I had an imbalance due to hip impingement surgery, using crutches improperly and plantar Faciitis on right foot(had for 12 months) . Thanks.
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Glad it helped.
I don't have a resistance band, so I couldn't do the last exercise. Despite that, after doing all the other exercises, I could actually feel improvement. The hip cracking/popping is almost completelly gone. Will definitely do this every day now. Thank you!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
I made the mistake of thinking I was in good enough shape to start jogging without any strength training ahead of time. My IT band is killing me now. Thank you for the straightforward explanations and examples. Feeling better already!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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Thank you for these awesome tips! Love your dog!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thanks! 🐾
A heartfelt thank you Doc
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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Thank you so much Dr Jo .... you doing great job 🙏🙏
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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Thank you so much for this video Dr Jo i am having exactly this issue, IT Band left knee. I will be using these stretches, exercises as I'm training for a ultra marathon and can't afford to let this knee beat me up, you rock
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome. Good luck!
@eriknieminen
4 жыл бұрын
did it work?
Just what I need. TY Dr. Jo!
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
I love you sssssooooo much!!! Can you incorporate your pups more it will make some of us to continue to watch when we are having a higher pain day.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
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What a difference after just one round of these exercises.
I recently had right knee total knee replacement. After that and during therapy I mentioned the issue I was having with my lateral collateral tendon pain which I’m sure was aggravated by the surgery. The had performed some gas Graston massage and it total eradicated my it ban issues. I was completely unaware of this massage technique. Thanks for your additional techniques. I’m having my right knee the 27th of Aug. 2020. Can’t wait to get it done. Thanks.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Good luck.
@ensulalachance8353
4 ай бұрын
May I ask how is your knee doing, sir?
ThanksI just did and relieved pain immediately in outer knee
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
Hello Doctor , Thank you so much for posting this video , this definitely is of great help . I feel little pain on right side of my knee during /post my run and pain fades off after doing stretches recommended in this video either same day (or) next day . Is there anything i can to do be pain free (or) this is something i have to live with as long as i run . Hoping to hear back from you !
Hi I advise your videos to my patients in India. They are really helpful Gratitude Keep doing them....
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Hello doctor, can we start these exercises from the first day of injury or have to wait until the swelling goes away ?
Very good excercise.
Wowowow this just relieved 90% of my pain!! THANK YOU
@AskDoctorJo
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@Megatron1873
10 ай бұрын
I've just had IT band release surgery at the Hip and Lateral hip bursectomy. Would you recommend this video or do you have another video Dr Jo? Always used your videos after Surgery. Thanks
Brilliant video again thank you 👍
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
Thank you very much dr jo I am going to do it rigth now saludos de tijuana
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Good luck.
Awesome feel instant relief.... Thanks very informative 🙏
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
Hi Dr Jo, what if I feel the pain with a straight leg before half way. I can’t lift my leg while straight any further than 1/3 before the sharp pain kicks in :(
Super helpful! Thanks 🙏🏾
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
This really helped me.Thank you, doctor.
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@ZackJuice
4 жыл бұрын
How long does it take to heal IT BAND TIGHTNESS
This video is so helpful!!! You do a GREAT job of verbally describing what to do and how it should look/feel, but I’d love to see some of the stretches at different angles to really get a feel for the direction to move my legs, especially when the exercise calls for moving your leg slightly behind you.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Thanks, Doc Great stuff!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thanks!
I absolutley LOVE your videos!! thank you so much!!
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
Thanks so much for the info greatly appreciated. Also love the flash socks..😁😁
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thanks! ⚡️
Can I use these stretching even if the knee cap shifts medially not laterally?
Helped alot 💗
Nice. How about an illiiopsoas stretch in the prone position?
You are amazing jo keep it up
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Thanks Doctor Jo
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
Excellent! Thank you!
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
I had a total left hip replacement about 7months ago. Before my surgery my left leg was about 1.5” to 2” shorter than my right leg for a very long time, meaning years before surgery cause I was afraid to get fixed. Now my IT band is super super tight and my left big toe goes numb and mostly the toe area of my foot… I’m seeing a chiropractor once a week and each week my IT band is super tight again. Thank you for making this video. When I stretch with my stretching strap omg is my IT band in my hip area super tight. It’s also tight on my putter left knee area too. I’m going to be stretching like crazy to get these muscles lengthened again.
@AskDoctorJo
3 ай бұрын
You're welcome. I hope it helps.
Thank you Doctor Jo 👍
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Hello..... I would love to know is there something you eat wrong because of this inflammation?
Thanks for your epic content. Lying doing this video in the gym right now. Can I ask where you got your shirt. Love it.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I got it from Amazon. It's not a particular brand, but I think they are called 3D digital print shirts. Lots of fun images 😎
I will follow this exercises.. I hope i will get rid of my T Band syndrom friction which is very bothering
Hey jo. Dr. Sai here . Helped me a lot instantly .... I appreciate for the video. And I have another doubt about clicking sounds which I hear in the right pelvis joint when I feel the right leg for 90 degrees ... hoping for a response. Thanx
You're amazing Jo!
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
I don't have any pain but it makes a lot of noise while I move my leg in certain ways.. It will be fine right?
Awesome video!
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Great video! Thanks for explaining everything clearly and positively!
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're welcome!
@jordanweller7485
2 жыл бұрын
@@AskDoctorJo are rollers ok to use?
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
Generally yes. I personally like softer ones, even something like a pool noodle.
@jordanweller7485
2 жыл бұрын
I’m about 3 weeks into my injury is riding on a stationary bike ok?
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
It really depends more on if it hurts or irritates the area, not really how far out from the injury. I recommend to my patients to start off really slow and low, like no more than 5 minutes the first time even if it feels fine. Then slowly progress a minute or two each day after.
Can I do all of this exercice and roll while I am trying to fix patella femoral pain syndrome?
I have lower IT band pain i.e. below the knee and outside the knee pain ..what should i do
Hi, where can you purchase the band and pillow?
I am wondering if the stretches and exercises would be the same if the syndrome occurred as a result of full hip replacement as well as knee replacements?
Thank you so much!
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
Thank you!
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Foam rolling helps tremendously. It’s painful but I am so much looser and less painful after I do it
Thanks doc
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
Hello Dr Jo! Thank you very much for this video!❤️ I would like to ask, how many times per day should I do these stretches in order to feel a full relief from the pain? Should I warm up before I do them? Thanks in advance for your answer!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Therapeutic stretches and exercises can be done 1-3 times a day. Yes, a 2-3 minute warm up is helpful.
Beautiful, smart, helpful, understandable, enjoyable, beautiful... 😉 keep going Jo!
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😃
Love the videos DR. Jo. Where can I purchase the purple pillow in the video? Thanks so much !
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! The one I’m using in the video is called the Womfy, but it’s no longer available. Here's one that looks similar, but I have not tried it: amzn.to/3o4PA3a (affiliate link)
The standing one is hard to get the strech point at the TF I feel the standing leg is the one under pressure and I lose my balance sometimes even though I'm holding into wall, any recommendations?
Love the socks! And the shirt is killing me!!
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks :-)
Dr. Hello, can you explain me why does the pain appear, cause i was just running and the the pain began just like that. I did a lot of stretches and i feel better, can you tell me pls, how can i be sure that the pain will not appear again?
Hi Jo, I have found a couple of these stretches feel like they are hitting the spot but the others aren't. Do you recommend doing all these stretches every time or just the ones that you feel?
@tonysavarese7234
5 ай бұрын
That I was wondering. I think it is overkill. I think one kind is enough?
Thanks!
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thank you for your support!
The exercise where you cross your leg, is that a bad idea if you have hip replacements?
I am feeling some good stretches.. Thank you for sharing.. With regular stretching/exercise, does this condition ever resolve?
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Yes, with the proper treatment, it will go away.
@scubamage
3 жыл бұрын
@@AskDoctorJo That's heartening. Limping everywhere, being unable to bend down and pick things up, it's absolutely horrid.
Do we have to do all these exercises for both leg or for only injured leg??
OUCH!! Lol thank you! I’m doing this everyday until I get back into shape!
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
LOVE That pillow, it looks comfy, do you have a link for that?
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
The one I’m using is called the Womfy, but it looks like it’s no longer available. Here’s a link to Amazon for a pillow that looks similar, but I have not tried it out, so I don’t know if it’s as comfortable: amzn.to/36q1gnv (affiliate link)
Doc. Man, this thing has bothered me on and off for years (running, basketball, cycling) but I had no idea what it was! It is a most annoying injury but I didn’t address it until it would wake me up in pain at night! (Hint: place leg elevated on a pillow at night to alleviate the pain). Oooooooooh! Originally I thought I had a knee issue, but, once I used the “stretching strap” things began to change almost immediately. Oh, and thanks for cautioning us (mainly us guys) to go slow with the stretching. ❤️
@AskDoctorJo
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome.
Been struggling with pain and tightness on the outside of my right leg and above the knee for weeks, the strap stretch on the IT band totally fixed me. I'm no athlete so this coming on suddenly with zero knowledge and poor postural issues really spooked me, thought I was totally screwed. Been making big changes these last few weeks, I'll be adding this entire routine to my workout. I can't thank you enough Doc god bless you and your family.
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thanks.
Can I start strengthening exercises if I still have pain going up my outer leg or do I have to wait?
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
Gentle strengthening exercises can be done even if you have pain, as long as they don't significantly increase the pain.
Such a cute dog!
Thank you!! I can run again and dance 😊
@AskDoctorJo
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Hi maam.. I also suffering from Hematring in same leg.. With it..can you plz suggest some combination excersice for my problem.. Waiting for your reply🙏🙏
Thanks
@AskDoctorJo
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, and thank you for your support!
Hello mam, will u plz tell us about the cervicogenic headache & exercises for that??
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
These might help: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qWypqpucZbrWiJM.html
Thank you Dr Jo
@AskDoctorJo
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@markoglazersout611
4 жыл бұрын
@@AskDoctorJo 😊
Dr. Jo, does It band syndrome cause pain on your inner knee near the meniscus ?
Thanks for sharing, Doctor Jo. I often do hip abduction on side lying to strengthen my hips because i have weak hips. But every time I doing this, i feel tight on my IT band, is there anything wrong in the way i do this?
@AskDoctorJo
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. How about if you do clamshells where your knees are bent? Do you still have the tightness?