Performance Therapy — Knee

Trigger Point Therapy for Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

Posted by Stuart Hinds on Apr 13, 2018

Stuart Hinds demonstrates the Ober's Test for assessment and a trigger point therapy treatment sequence for ITBS, or 'Runner's Knee'. There are no "magic cures" for ITB Syndrome but in most cases, trigger point therapy can have profound effects!

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Tags: ITBS, Knee, Ober's Test, Trigger Point Therapy

Taping for Trigger Points in the TFL

Posted by Stuart Hinds on Mar 14, 2018

TFL (tensor fasciae latae) trigger points are associated with a wide range of common hip and knee dysfunction are often encountered in a highly resistant form. Pain is also commonly referred down the lateral thigh and to the knee. In many cases, the pain will be referred to the knee only. In this video, Stuart Hinds demonstrates the taping technique used to address TFL trigger points.

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Tags: Hip, Knee, Pelvis, Taping, Tensor Fasciae Latae, TFL, Trigger Point Therapy

Recognising and Treating Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Posted by Stuart Hinds on Nov 25, 2017

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) has been a source of significant debate when it comes to its aetiology, pathology and treatment. That is mainly because the iliotibial band itself is an intriguing mystery in sports medicine. There are no 'magic cures' for ITBS but in most cases, trigger point therapy can have profound effects.

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Tags: Iliotibial Band Syndrome, ITBS, Knee, Runner's Knee, Trigger Point Therapy

Taping Technique for Runner's Knee/PFPS

Posted by Stuart Hinds on Aug 07, 2017

Stuart Hinds demonstrates the taping technique for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). PFPS pain is common amongst athletes and those who regularly participate in running sports and typically occurs when the patella rubs on the femur bone underneath.

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Tags: Knee, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, PFPS, Runner's Knee, Trigger Point Therapy