The Rundown on Iliotibial Band Syndrome They do a lot of work our knees, and sometimes when we use them too much, an overuse injury like iliotibial band syndrome (Iliotibial band syndrome – ITBS) can crop up. Iliotibial band syndrome affects the connective tissues on the lateral or outer part of the knee. When those structures which run from the pelvic bone to the shinbone become tight, that’s when Iliotibial band syndrome flares up. The repetitive act of bending the knee, in activity such as running or cycling, is what causes the IT band to become tightened, which can cause the … Continue reading Iliotibial Band Syndrome