A recent study by Stanford University states that the Iliotibial band (IT band) may not be responsible for the widely known runner’s injury, IT band syndrome. IT band syndrome is generally due to overuse and can occur anywhere from the knee to the hip. Weak hip muscles, tightness in the muscles around the IT band, or even a prior hip dislocation/injury can also contribute to ITBS. It was thought to be that the IT band moves medially when flexed at 30°, causing tenderness/pai