Iliotibial Band Syndrome Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Clicking Sensation on Knee
As it travels down the leg, the iliotibial band crosses over the outside portion of the knee joint, attaches to some portions of the knee joint capsule, and also attaches to the tibia.
The iliotibial band crosses over a portion of the thigh bone called the femoral epicondyle which is located close to the knee. When bending and straightening the knee, sometimes the iliotibial band will “snap” over this bony prominence causing a clicking sound. This can either be asymptomatic or cause that portion of the iliotibial band to become irritated.
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