Donna, stop running until you have absolutely zero pain. I know this
probably doesn't even seem like an option to you, but take it from someone
who hasn't been able to run for two years and just recently had itbs
surgery. I don't want to scare you too much, but you really should be as
cautious as possible. Plan on taking 2-3 weeks off and in that time do lots
of stretches, massage (foam roller is best), and quad + hip strengthening.
Figuring out the ultimate cause of your itbs is also extremely important.
In my case I suspect (although am not 100% sure) that it had to do with
running on sloped sidewalks and overtraining in general.

Best of luck, and I hope this is the last time we hear from you on this
email list!

On Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 7:08 AM, Donna Gonzales <abilibby2@...> wrote:

> Hello,
> I am new to this group and looking for any and all tips on how best to
> heal, strengthen, and otherwise continue to run with itbs. I have been
> sidelined from an upcoming marathon and I cannot express how ultimately
> frustrating it is.
> thanks
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