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If i foam roll my iliotibial band and it hurts to roll does that mean it was inflammed? or it normal to hurt

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends: Foam rolls work great to provide a deep massage and it also forces you to stretch your muscles. Nonetheless, it tends to ache a bit after use that then resolves. The presence of inflammation is usually noted by pain before starting the exercise or foam roll plan.

Answered 10/18/2016

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