Standing bent knee ITB stretch exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( Standing bent knee ITB stretch )

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Name of exercise  Stretch IT/TFL stand bent knee on chair
Other names of exercise Standing bent knee ITB stretch
Description of exercise The standing bent knee ITB stretch is a simple and effective exercise for stretching the iliotibial band (ITB), a thick band of connective tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh. To perform this stretch, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and cross one leg behind the other. Keeping your back straight, gently bend your knees and push your hips out to the side until you feel a stretch along the outside of your thigh. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds and then switch legs. This exercise can help improve flexibility and reduce tightness in the ITB, which can be beneficial for runners and other athletes. It can also help alleviate knee and hip pain caused by ITB syndrome.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Stand next to chair or stool with knee of involved leg bent, resting on chair as shown.
  • Flatten low back, tilting pelvis backward.
  • To increase the stretch, step forward slightly and then tilt pelvis backward.

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    Body Part Hip, Knee
    Type of Muscles Outer Thigh
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise __
    Body Position Standing
    Difficulty Level Low
    Direction of Exercise Flextion
    Type of Action Flexion, Abduction, Elevation

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Improved flexibility
  • Increased range of motion
  • Reduced risk of injury
  • Improved balance
  • Strengthened leg muscles
  • Improved posture
  • Reduced tension in IT band
  • Improved blood flow
  • Improved athletic performance
  • Reduced knee pain

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • The standing bent knee ITB stretch exercise should be avoided if you have any knee or hip injuries, as it puts pressure on these joints and can worsen the condition. It should also be avoided if you have any pain or discomfort in the IT band area, as this may indicate an underlying issue that needs to be addressed before attempting this stretch. Additionally, if you have a history of IT band syndrome or tightness in the IT band, this exercise may aggravate the condition and should be avoided. It is always important to listen to your body and consult with a healthcare professional before attempting any new exercises, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Hold 2-3 minutes

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • ITBS
  • Hip pain
  • Knee pain
  • Ankle pain
  • Hip bursitis
  • Patellar tendinitis
  • Iliotibial band syndrome

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