Sports medicine.(Pro-Tec Athletics) The Iliotibial Band il·i·o·tib·i·al band n. A fibrous reinforcement of the broad fascia on the lateral surface of the thigh, extending from the crest of the ilium to the lateral condyle of the tibia. Compression Wrap was designed to alleviate conditions of Iliotibial Band Syndrome--the Iliotibial band runs along outside of the leg from the hip to knee. A compression pad provides targeted compression, stabilizing the Iliotibial band, thereby reducing rubbing and irritation on the femoral femoral /fem·o·ral/ (fem´or-al) pertaining to the femur or to the thigh. fem·o·ral adj. Of or relating to the femur or thigh. condyle condyle /con·dyle/ (kon´dil) a rounded projection on a bone, usually for articulation with another bone.con´dylar con·dyle n. (outside of the knee), according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the company. The product should be worn during activity to reduce strain. One size fits most (up to 20" circumference measured 3" above the knee cap). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD #73 |
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