02/16/2026
Outer knee pain when you run or hike downhill?
It might be IT Band Syndrome.
But the IT band is usually not the real problem.
The irritation often comes from poor hip control, pelvic imbalance, and faulty breathing mechanics. If you only stretch it, the pain keeps coming back.
At Optimal Performance Physical Therapy in Boone, we use a Postural Restoration approach to correct the root cause. One-on-one care. Every visit.
North Carolina is direct access. No referral needed.
Book your FREE 30-minute consultation.
828 459 6397
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