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What Runners Need To Know About ITB Syndrome What Runners Need To Know About ITB Syndrome
What Runners Need To Know About ITB Syndrome The iliotibial band (ITB) is a dense fascia extension of the gluteus maximus and tensor fascia lata muscles extending from the hip to the lateral (or outside aspect of the) knee. Additionally, it connects to the knee cap and quadriceps muscles. ITB syndrome is classically thought of as pain resulting from overuse and friction of the ITB against the lateral femoral condyle at the knee. Repetitive knee flexion and extension (like in running) can lead to this friction syndrome. Besides tightness of the ITB, relative weakness of the hip and gluteal muscles are important risk factors for ITB sy…
Understanding Pain Management: Techniques And Treatments Understanding Pain Management: Techniques And Treatments
Understanding Pain Management: Techniques And Treatments Pain management is designed to treat chronic pain and allows a person to live a full, enjoyable life. Chronic pain is pain that lasts more than three to six months or pain beyond the point of tissue healing. Some forms of chronic pain can be linked to an identifiable cause, such as degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis or spondylolisthesis. Other forms have no clear cause, such as fibromyalgia or nerve pain. Fighting chronic pain is a lifelong struggle for many. With an accurate diagnosis and early intervention, we hope to help patients avoid a state of chronic pain, or at least reduce …
Nurse From Westchester Named Greenwich Hospital Employee Of Year Nurse From Westchester Named Greenwich Hospital Employee Of Year
Nurse From Westchester Named Greenwich Hospital Employee Of Year Helene Kimmons, RN, of Port Chester was honored with the prestigious Marian Nowak Award, given to the employee who embodies the best of Greenwich Hospital’s values – at the annual Employee Service Awards Dinner. A 29-year veteran of Greenwich Hospital, Kimmons began her career at the hospital as a staff nurse in the Intensive Care Unit and later worked in the Post Acute Care Unit.  Kimmons currently serves as a leader and mentor as nurse manager for Ambulatory Surgery, PACU and Pain Management. At the awards dinner, Kimmons was praised for her commitment to the highest standards of patient…