Iliotibial band tendonitis is also known as runner’s knee. The iliotibial band (ITB) runs down the outside of the thigh. It has a number of muscles which attach to it. Muscle tightness, muscle function and biomechanical abnormalities can cause ITB tightness. When it becomes tight the tendon starts to rub on the bone at its insertion at the knee. Eventually it will become inflamed and cause pain. Custom Foot Orthotics can help this condition by altering tissue tensions and changing lower extremity mechanics.
