Status:
COMPLETED
Evaluation of Treatment Factors in the Management of Chronic Iliotibial Band Syndrome in Female Distance Runners
Lead Sponsor:
University of British Columbia
Conditions:
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Eligibility:
FEMALE
19-45 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The primary objective of this study is to determine if a more specific exercise routine that incorporates a progressive hip stability program will help to rehabilitate the hip and reduce symptoms of i...
Detailed Description
The gluteus medius muscle is part of a muscle group called the hip abductor muscles. The gluteus medius originates at the dorsal ilium (uppermost, largest bone of the pelvis) below the iliac crest and...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Female between the ages of 19-45 years;
- Have been diagnosed or been affected by ITBS (pain on the outside of the knee) for no less than 3 months;
- A distance runner averaging a minimum of 15 Km per week of road running;
Exclusion
- Have previous history of knee surgery or knee trauma to the affected side;
- Have been diagnosed with any other knee pathology such as patellofemoral pain syndrome, degenerative joint disease, chondromalacia patella, tendinitis or tendinopathy in the affected knee;
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2015
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
September 1 2016
Estimated Enrollment :
24 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT02296151
Start Date
January 1 2015
End Date
September 1 2016
Last Update
March 27 2018
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Optimal Performance Clinic
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6E2J3