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IT band (iliotibial band) syndrome is a common injury among runners, particularly women. This injury involved the band of tissue (IT band) that runs from the hip (ilium) to the outside of the knee and onto the lower leg bone (the tibia). When running, the IT band shortens and can cause pain on the outside of the knee. Because this injury is difficult to treat, it can sideline you for weeks. For that reason, it is important to know how to prevent IT band syndrome.