Objective To provide evidence for the existence of 6 myofascial meridians proposed by
Myers based on anatomic dissection studies. Data Sources Relevant articles published …

Iliotibial band syndrome is a common overuse injury typically seen in runners, cyclists, and
military recruits. Affected patients report lateral knee pain associated with repetitive motion …

Background The popularity of running is still growing and, as participation increases, the
incidence of running-related injuries will also rise. Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is the most …

Published articles on iliotibial band friction syndrome have been reviewed. These articles
cover the epidemiology, etiology, anatomy, pathology, prevention, and treatment of the …

The aim of this literature review was to identify the biomechanical variables involved in the
aetiology of iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) in distance runners. An electronic search was …

Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is one of the most common overuse syndromes causing
knee pain; it is especially prevalent in runners and also common in cyclists, rowers, and field …

Background: Recent studies have questioned the importance of the iliotibial band (ITB) in
lateral knee pain. The Ober test or modified Ober test is the most commonly recommended …

Background While many authors have recommended surgery for patients with persistent
symptoms of external snapping hip, it is unclear which one best relieves symptoms …

Background Foam rolling is a self-release myofascial technique that can be applied to a
variety of tissues. Previous studies have demonstrated physiological changes in range of …

Chronic hip pain is distressing to the patient as it not only impairs the daily activities of life
but also affects the quality of life. Chronic hip pain is difficult to diagnose as patients often …