I started with pattstrap but as others have mentioned following just a few runs it would start to roll into a tube and become less and less effective. I have...
... I agree that ITBS is frustrating and it was a big challenge for me too. What frustrated me the most is that it appeared out of nowhere. I never had a ...
... I have not had this problem with the pattstrap... and I have tried the compression band but it was not as effective for me in removing the ITBS symptoms as...
Hi, my name is Joseph, I'm new to this group. I have been researching ITBS for a while now and am fairly certain that I have ITBS from hiking, especially in...
Hey Joe welcome to my world!!! I had been a avid runner for 7-8 years (30+ miles a week) and never had any ITBS pain. On a climbing trip about two years ago ...
I have been using the PattStrap for some time now.. tossed out my bulky cho patt. I understand some of you say it roles up in a tube, I had that happen when I...
I am also pretty sure that I got the ITBS from hiking. I'm in another course of physical therapy right now, hoping to have a good hiking season this year. I...
Ann M. Corbett
annie@...
Apr 4, 2005 1:23 pm
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Whatever dude, you sounded off prematurely. I couldnt run more than a 1/2 mile before I bought the pattstrap; $17.00 later, I just finished a half marathon...
... Do you use trekking poles? They make a huge difference in the pounding your body takes on the downhills, and will provide added efficiency on the up...
Yes, I started using poles a few years ago. They definitely help--I'm not sure I'd be hiking today if I wasn't using them. Ann C...
Ann M. Corbett
annie@...
Apr 4, 2005 7:25 pm
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I've seen several folks post with a similar situation to what I am in right now, but I just wanted to explain my experience and see if anyone has something to...
... Boy, that's tough! The only thing I can think of in this short time is your shoes. I would run in new shoes if possible (I know many people recommend...
My guess is that you overdid the 5 miler, and irritated either the IT band or something else in your knee. I would take it really easy until the marathon. I...
hi all, i have a couple questions about getting back to running after taking time off for itbs. first, here's my history: i've been running for a year, and...
In my experience, if your IT band has healed, and you are taking measures to prevent re-injury, which you are, all you can do is slowly ease back into running....
How did your marathon go? It would be nice to give us some feedback whether or suggestions worked or if you decided to skip the marathon, or??? George Themelis...
George, Thanks for asking.... I did run the marathon (4:31 and change - not bad for a 1st marathon!), but my knee acted up around mile 18. I was able to run...
Dear all, would like to check with you pple about using the patt strap for ITBS. Heeding the advice of the runners here, i procceded to buy a patt strap for my...
... I don't know personally... I would guess if it loses its elasticity... It is a good idea to have a couple of these around and alternate. I am happy to...
I have not had a strap go bad, I have several and I rotate though them as I find they work best if given a day to recover from the stress I put them though. I...
Pain came 6+ months ago after running first marathon. Was hell- came after about .25 miles. Began phsical therapy- a lot! got orthodics- do a ton of...
I am on my second pair of straps. I would be careful when thinking you don't need them. I thought the same thing about a year ago, and I stopped wearing...
Liz Heitman
lheitman@...
Apr 26, 2005 2:12 pm
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Joseph, Welcome to the group. As you can see hiking is a common cause of ITBS, especially the steeps. I was hiking in the Smokey Mountains a few years ago and...
ran Boston 3 weeks ago....gave running a rest for about 1.5 weeks. Just started up again and after going out about 3 miles started feeling slight hip pain...
could be itbs, sure sounds similar... In my experience, symptoms last more or less until you stop running AND find the right combo of treatment/prevention for...
... Where was the hip pain? A tight IT band can cause hip pain (which you can stretch out by leaning over sideways with the foot of the bad leg behind the...
Yea, I agree with Ann, If your getting sciatica type pain, don't be leaning over. When you need something off the ground, bend your knees, to get down to the...
After three weeks off, I have been ITB pain free for about 5 days. Today, I ran one mile at about 2:30 slower than normal and it felt great. I'm an "every day"...
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