Evaluación biomecánica de los factores asociados del síndrome de la banda iliotibial en atletas del centro de crossfit “NIVALA”.

Abstract

Iliotibial band syndrome is a common injury in CrossFit athletes, whose development is influenced by biomechanical factors that affect sports performance. Objective: To determine the biomechanical factors that contribute to the development of iliotibial band syndrome in CrossFit athletes. Methodology: The design is Observational with a quantitative approach, cross-sectional and descriptive scope, 79 athletes participated. The biomechanical factors were evaluated through a postural analysis, a squat analysis in kinovea and a questionnaire. Results: Regarding gluteal strengthening, it was found that 63.29% (50 athletes) had gluteal weakness, while only 36.71% (29 athletes) had strengthened muscles. The postural analysis in 79 CrossFit athletes showed variations in the structure of the foot, which could influence biomechanics and predispose to iliotibial band syndrome (SBIT). In the right foot, 25 athletes (31.65%) had a normal structure, 20 athletes (25.32%) had flat feet, and 34 athletes (43.04%) showed cavus foot. For the left foot, 47 athletes (59.49%) had a normal structure, 21 athletes (26.58%) had flat feet, and 11 athletes (13.92%) showed cavus foot. These alterations may affect the load distribution and increase the tension on the iliotibial band. Conclusion: The results showed that a large percentage of the observed population performs around 5 days of training per week. Insufficient activation of the hip stabilizing muscles may influence the overload of the iliotibial band and increase the risk of injury.