Philip P. went to the doctor to...

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Went to the Doctor today and she confirmed that I have IT Band Syndrome. I have already started some stretches (although they seem to have brought out more soreness despite me being careful not to overstretch). My foam roller should be delivered tomorrow. She is setting up a PT session or two just so I can go over some stretches with a qualified individual. Any comments would be appreciated. I figured I knew what the problem was, but am still somewhat worried. I have heard bad things about this problem, but then again, some people seem to be able to train through it. She said I could bike if it didn't aggrevate the injury, but I am somewhat paranoid now. I don't want to further aggrevagte the injry, but I don't wanna fall out of cardio shape or gain weight. Any suggestions?

over 2 years ago

  • Marty
    Marty
    Marty

    you could also get a rubber band and do some strengthening exercises... my it band flares with too much speed work, so i am careful not to overdo it. the bike should help, but again stretching is the key ... right now it probably seems worse than it actually is... ease yourself back into it ... you'll be back in no time

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Philip P.
    Philip P.
    Philip P.

    Seems like the stretching brough out more soreness...is this normal? I also have a little pain in the front of the hip, I guess that could be referred pain though. I am too doom and gloom about my training at times. Hopefully I will get more info from the PT when I visit. I am afraid road biking will further injure it, so I may do stationary at the gym for a while.

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Marty
    Marty
    Marty

    not sure about soreness after stretching though, i think you might be overstretching... all that is needed in a stretch is to feel it... if it hurts you, it's too much.... i think stop for a day or two.. then start when the soreness has gone... using the roller can be painful but that is meant to happen... you're going to be fine phil... you just have to get used to new a routine.. seriuosly, i know it seems bad now. in a week you'll notice the difference...

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Mairead V.
    Mairead V.
    Mairead V.

    I had that same IT band issue. Do foam roller every day, and I'd be really really surprised if it didn't clear up. It will hurt, so don't load all your weight on it for the first few times.

    over 2 years ago • Like