Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS), commonly seen in young individuals who engage in physical activi-ties such as running, cycling, or weightlifting, is one of the common causes of lateral knee pain. ITBFS is an overuse injury and is thought to be caused by inflammation of distal part of the ITB due to the repetitive friction and
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