By Craig Liebenson DC, Los Angeles CA

Purpose:
To relax the outer thigh muscle and surrounding fascia.

Who is this for?:
Mainly indicated for runners with knee pain secondary to a tight iliotibial band.

Use:

• 36 X 6 inch round foam roll

Starting position:

• Lay on your side on the foam
• Support yourself on your feet and forearm

Technique:

• Use the roll to massage the outer thigh from your hip region to just above your knee
• If it is too painful place more pressure on your feet and arms than on the foam
• If it is still too painful then place a towel over the foam
• Roll over the thigh for 20-30s
• Repeat 2x/day

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