IT Band Release

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A few questions on IT Band release:

1) Do you need one if you are only doing 5CM on femurs (as I am).  I am supposed to get a soft release tomorrow along with the LL surgery, as its standard now at Betz, but curious if its really necessary.

2) Ive heard of wide legs starting at even 3CM if there is no soft ITB release, but is this normal?  And how long would it take to correct wide legs?

3) How is the soft release scar?  The IT band scar is lower on the femur so it will be seen even if wearing shorts.  Is it a small scar?  Is it worth it to get it even with the scar?

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I called Becker and he went into more detail.

He said it will just make the whole process easier and is advisable.  Its very hard to stretch the IT band unlike muscle.

He also said the scars will be very small and at mid-thigh, not lower thigh.  So more hidden.