Flare Ups
Iliotibial band bursitis is most often considered an over-use injury. As such it is usually a lack of blood supply and inflammation that causes the pain to remain.
Since NSAID’s blunt the inflammatory response trying to avoid these is likely a good idea. When you have soreness from one or more of these that needs something more than ice, then Tylenol is the first choice.
Three grams a day of Tylenol can safely be taken as divided doses. A rare use of a NSAID with the Tylenol would likely be ok. As always check with your physician.
Watch video below by Dr. Lawless regarding medication
NSAID stands for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, for which there are many different options.
Because IT Band Syndrome is most often considered an over-use injury, it is usually a lack of blood supply and inflammation that causes the pain to remain. Since NSAID’s blunt the inflammatory response trying to avoid these is likely a good idea.
When ice is not sufficient to control your symptoms Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is the first choice. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is not an NSAID, but simply a pain reliever. Three grams a day of Tylenol can safely be taken as divided doses.
- Acetaminophen – strengths vary, but up to 3 grams total per day
A rare use of a NSAID with the Tylenol would likely be ok. Always take the lowest effective dose.
Please consult your physician before taking NSAIDs or acetaminophen.