Patt Strap - So far so good.

I began using the Patt Strap this week for running and cycling. I haven't read about anyone using it for cycling but I figured since my ITB is irritated nearly as much cycling as it is when running why not give it a try.

Using my current stretching regimen I have been able to work up to about an hour and a half cycling with some pain afterwards that Im typically able to control with ice. Today, my first day using the strap, I went two hours (40 miles) and have none of the usual trailing pain although I still feel a little achey in the knee if that makes sense. Achey is better than pain. So for cycling two thumbs up.

Running with the strap has been somewhat weird. Oddly I've found relief using it below the knee, which they suggest for patellar tendonitis, as much as above the knee. I believe this is related to the fact that much of my ITB pain, where its the sharpest, is where the band attaches to the tibia. The pulling comes and goes throughout the day. If I've had a particularly bad day with the knee... it feels achey all day for instance..the strap works better below the knee. If I've had a good day the strap works better above the knee (although this could mean I need no strap at all on good days). For running I say too early to tell.

Please don't take this opinion into account when debating purchase as many people have had great results with the strap. At only $14 (including shipping) if you're having problems with ITBS I would definitely recommend you give it a try. http://www.pattstrap.com/Sean Mayhew
Sean Mayhew
Sean Mayhew
Sean Mayhew
Sean Mayhew
Sean Mayhew