Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella01:16

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

9.0K
The femur is the body's longest and strongest bone spanning the thigh region. Its head articulates with the acetabulum of the hip bone to form the hip joint. A minor indentation on the medial side of the femoral head, called the fovea capitis, serves as the site of attachment for the ligament of the head of the femur. This weak ligament spans the femur and acetabulum and supports the hip joint. The narrowed region below the head is the neck of the femur. The inclination angle between the...
9.0K
Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes01:28

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

4.6K
The human leg comprises an intricate system of muscles that facilitate the movement of feet and toes. Within this system, the muscles are categorized into the anterior, lateral, and posterior compartments, each with a unique set of muscles carrying out specific functions.
Anterior Compartment
The anterior compartment includes muscles that contribute to the dorsiflexion of the foot. This compartment houses the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus muscles....
4.6K
Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula01:10

Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula

14.3K
The tibia is the main weight-bearing bone of the lower leg. It is larger than the fibula with which it is paired. The tibia is also the second longest bone in the body and is located right below the skin. The proximal end of the tibia forms the medial and the lateral condyle, which articulates with the condyles of the femur to form the knee joint. Between the articulating surfaces is the irregular elevated area known as the intercondylar eminence that serves as the inferior attachment point for...
14.3K
Arteries of Lower Limbs01:20

Arteries of Lower Limbs

5.6K
The external iliac artery transitions out of the body cavity, entering the femoral region of the lower leg, and is renamed the femoral artery at the point where it traverses the body wall. This artery is responsible for the distribution of blood to the thigh's deep muscles and the skin's ventral and lateral regions, achieved through several minor branches and the lateral deep femoral artery, which also spawns a lateral circumflex artery. The knee area receives blood from the genicular...
5.6K
Muscles that Move the Leg01:23

Muscles that Move the Leg

6.0K
The movement of the legs is facilitated by numerous muscles located within the anterior, medial, and posterior compartments of the thigh.
Anterior Compartment
The quadriceps femoris, the most visible muscle of the anterior compartment, is integral for leg extension and thigh flexion. It is formed by merging four distinct muscles — the vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, and rectus femoris. The quadriceps tendon, a shared tendon of the four quadriceps muscles, is affixed...
6.0K
Peripheral Arterial Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Evaluation01:21

Peripheral Arterial Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Evaluation

603
Clinical manifestationsPeripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) manifests through a range of symptoms, from the characteristic intermittent claudication to atypical presentations and severe complications in advanced stages. Intermittent claudication, a hallmark symptom of PAD, presents as exercise-induced muscle pain that typically resolves within minutes of rest. This pain is reproducible and stems from inadequate blood flow, leading to the accumulation of lactic acid produced during anaerobic...
603

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Shinsplints:An Update.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2016
Same author

Stress Fracture Diagnosis by Computer-Assisted Thermography.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2016
Same author

Athletic Injuries to the Knee: Evaluation Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2016
Same author

Perplexities of pertussis: recent global epidemiological trends and their potential causes.

Epidemiology and infection·2013
Same author

2009 Melbourne metropolitan sewerage strategy: a portfolio of decentralised and on-site concept designs.

Water science and technology : a journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research·2010
Same author

Experiments in long-distance holographic imagery.

Applied optics·2010
Same journal

Injury surveillance during the 2024 under 20s Men's European Field Lacrosse Championships.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
Same journal

Understanding health insurance and the delay in care for partial meniscectomies: a comparison between public and private coverage.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
Same journal

Injury incidence and risk factors in youth American football versus soccer: a national emergency department analysis.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
Same journal

Links between concussion history, hypertension, and hypertension contributing factors among adolescent football athletes.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
Same journal

Core muscle endurance and balance as predictors of lateral ankle sprain in adolescent team-sport athletes: a prospective cohort study.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
Same journal

Impact of Achilles tendon rupture on performance and career outcomes in NFL players: a matched cohort study.

The Physician and sportsmedicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 17, 2026

Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running
08:26

Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running

Published on: July 17, 2020

6.6K

Iliotibial Band Syndrome in Distance Runners.

A N Sutker, D W Jackson, J W Pagliano

    The Physician and Sportsmedicine
    |July 22, 2016
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Iliotibial band syndrome affects nearly 5% of runners with lower extremity pain. Risk factors include running mileage, training changes, and varus knee alignment. Symptoms typically resolve with conservative treatment.

    More Related Videos

    The Lower Body Positive Pressure Treadmill for Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation
    09:10

    The Lower Body Positive Pressure Treadmill for Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation

    Published on: July 22, 2019

    11.3K
    Using Gold-standard Gait Analysis Methods to Assess Experience Effects on Lower-limb Mechanics During Moderate High-heeled Jogging and Running
    06:35

    Using Gold-standard Gait Analysis Methods to Assess Experience Effects on Lower-limb Mechanics During Moderate High-heeled Jogging and Running

    Published on: September 14, 2017

    9.7K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Mar 17, 2026

    Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running
    08:26

    Comparative Analysis of Lower Limb Kinematics between the Initial and Terminal Phase of 5km Treadmill Running

    Published on: July 17, 2020

    6.6K
    The Lower Body Positive Pressure Treadmill for Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation
    09:10

    The Lower Body Positive Pressure Treadmill for Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation

    Published on: July 22, 2019

    11.3K
    Using Gold-standard Gait Analysis Methods to Assess Experience Effects on Lower-limb Mechanics During Moderate High-heeled Jogging and Running
    06:35

    Using Gold-standard Gait Analysis Methods to Assess Experience Effects on Lower-limb Mechanics During Moderate High-heeled Jogging and Running

    Published on: September 14, 2017

    9.7K

    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Orthopedics
    • Running Injuries

    Background:

    • Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a common cause of lateral knee pain in runners.
    • Lower extremity musculoskeletal complaints are frequent among the running population.
    • Understanding ITBS etiology and risk factors is crucial for effective management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify the incidence of Iliotibial band syndrome in a cohort of runners.
    • To investigate potential risk factors associated with the development of ITBS.
    • To describe the typical duration and conservative treatment strategies for ITBS.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 1,030 runners treated for lower extremity musculoskeletal complaints.
    • Diagnosis of Iliotibial band syndrome based on clinical presentation.
    • Data collection on running habits, training modifications, biomechanical factors (varus knee alignment), symptom duration, and treatment interventions.

    Main Results:

    • Iliotibial band syndrome was diagnosed in 48 (4.66%) of the 1,030 runners.
    • Most affected runners had trained 20-40 miles weekly for over a year and recently altered training variables (distance, speed, terrain, surface, shoes).
    • Varus knee alignment was identified as a significant risk factor; symptoms persisted for 2-6 months and were managed conservatively.

    Conclusions:

    • Iliotibial band syndrome represents a notable percentage of running-related lower extremity injuries.
    • Recent changes in training volume or intensity, coupled with varus knee alignment, are key indicators for ITBS development.
    • Conservative management, including rest, reduced mileage, anti-inflammatory medications, injections, and orthoses, is effective for ITBS recovery.