Effect of Gluteus Medius Strengthening Exercise on Iliotibial Band Tension: Randomized Controlled Trials

PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of gluteus medius strengthening exercises and stretching exercises on the iliotibial band stiffness, muscle strength, balance ability, and postural control of subjects with iliotibial band tightness METHODS: The study included 30 adults with iliotibial band tightness.The participants were divided randomly into two groups.One group performed gluteus medius strengthening and stretching exercises, while the other group performed only stretching exercises.The measurements were repeated after four weeks of training.As measurement methods, a manual muscle tester was used to assess the gluteus medius strength.The Y-balance test measured the dynamic balance.The Myoton was used to assess iliotibial band stiffness, and the Qualitative Analysis of Single Leg Loading (QASLS) measured postural control.