Investigação da síndrome do trato iliotibial em corredores de rua em parques da cidade de Goiânia e a interferência do profissional de educação física

Abstract

The Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is the most common lesion on the lateral of the knees of the street runners. The objective of this study is to investigate the relation of importance of orientation of the physical education professional in prevention of ITBS. A field survey was made with 69 people of both sexes that often practice running, which were applied a questionnaire and two tests (Wells Seat and Trendelenburg test). The data collected shows that it's of great importance the orientation of the physical education professional in order to be reduced the musculoskeletal lesions, mainly the ITBS, allowing a greater physical performance of these athletes and fewer days away from their recreational and professional activities.