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Suggest Treatment For Pain At The Outer Side Of The Knee Due To ITBS

I m back from a run and i m really suffering from what it feels like IT band syndrome (pain at the outer side of the knee). I ve applied some Voltaren Gel and having some rest. What more can I do and how can I prevent ITBS the next time I run? Thank you!
Thu, 30 Jun 2016
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Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
U seem to have a soft tissue swelling or a ligament inflammation that might be causing the pain.
U should get an Xray done to find out the exact cause.Hot fomentation,analgesics,anti-inflammatory drugs should help. A shot of local steroid injection should be useful.
U can avoid this next time by using a knee cap while running.
Nothing to worry about.     
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain At The Outer Side Of The Knee Due To ITBS

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. U seem to have a soft tissue swelling or a ligament inflammation that might be causing the pain. U should get an Xray done to find out the exact cause.Hot fomentation,analgesics,anti-inflammatory drugs should help. A shot of local steroid injection should be useful. U can avoid this next time by using a knee cap while running. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.