Iliotibial Band Stretch (Flexibility)
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Stand next to a chair. Hold onto the chair with your right hand for support. Cross your right leg behind your left leg.
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Lean your right hip toward the right. Feel the stretch at the outside of your hip.
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Hold for 30 to 60 seconds. Then relax.
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Repeat 2 times, or as instructed.
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Switch sides and repeat.
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Do this 3 times a day, or as instructed.
Tip: Don’t bend forward or twist at the waist.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Kenny Turley PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer:
L Renee Watson MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN
Date Last Reviewed:
3/1/2020
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