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Foam Roller - Loosen Outer Thigh Muscles |
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FOAM ROLLER TECHNIQUES
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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