Expert IT Band Syndrome Physical Therapy in Torrance, CA
That sharp, burning ache on the outside of your knee doesn’t have to keep you off the road. At Renew Sports Rehab, our fellowship-trained, dual board-certified Doctors of Physical Therapy use advanced running gait analysis and whole-body assessment to find and fix the root cause of your IT band pain — so you can run, train, and move without limits.
Why Does IT Band Pain Keep Coming Back?
If you’ve tried rest, foam rolling, or basic physical therapy and your IT band pain keeps returning, you’re not failing — you’re just not getting to the real cause.
Pain That Keeps Coming Back
Every time you return to running, that familiar pain on the outside of your knee returns, making it difficult to train consistently or increase your mileage.
Missing Runs and Races
IT band pain can force you to cut workouts short, skip races, and take unwanted breaks from the activities you love.
Frustration Without Answers
You've tried stretching, foam rolling, and resting, but nothing seems to last. Without addressing the underlying cause, you risk repeating the same painful cycle.
Why Torrance Runners Choose Renew for IT Band Care
At Renew Sports Rehab, every visit is a full hour with your Doctor of Physical Therapy — no aides, no double-booking, no guesswork. We combine running gait analysis, force plate testing, and a whole-body movement screen to pinpoint exactly why your IT band is overloaded, then build a personalized plan to get you back to training stronger than before.
- Fellowship-trained, dual board-certified DPTs (OCS + SCS) — credentials fewer than 1% of PTs worldwide hold
- Advanced running gait analysis and force plate testing to identify the true biomechanical cause of your IT band syndrome
- One-on-one, full-hour sessions — with your DPT, every single visit, no aides or double-booking
Your 3-Step Path to Running Pain-Free Again
Getting back to the activities you love shouldn’t be complicated. Here’s exactly how we work with runners and athletes dealing with IT band syndrome at Renew Sports Rehab.
Step 1: Root-Cause Assessment
Your DPT conducts a comprehensive evaluation — including running gait analysis, movement screen, and strength testing — to identify exactly what's driving your IT band pain. No assumptions, no shortcuts.
Step 2: Your Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your assessment findings, we build a 1-on-1 treatment plan using evidence-based manual therapy, targeted exercise, and sport-specific rehab to address the root cause and restore full, pain-free movement.
Step 3: Return to Running Stronger
We use return-to-sport testing and force plate data to confirm you're biomechanically ready — then progressively rebuild your training load so you come back stronger, more resilient, and less likely to re-injure.
IT Band Syndrome & Lower Extremity Conditions We Treat
IT band syndrome rarely occurs in isolation. Our Torrance physical therapy team treats the full spectrum of running-related and lower extremity conditions that often overlap with IT band pain — delivering the same root-cause, one-on-one care whether you’re a competitive runner or an active adult looking to move without pain.
- Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain), Hip Impingement (FAI) & Labral Tears — conditions commonly linked to IT band syndrome through shared hip and core dysfunction
- Achilles Tendinopathy, Plantar Fasciitis & Ankle Sprains — lower leg overuse injuries that often co-exist with or contribute to altered running mechanics
- Hamstring Strain, Groin Pain & Knee Pain (ACL, Meniscus) — sport injuries requiring the same systematic, performance-focused approach we apply to every patient
Real Results from Torrance Patients
Meet the Doctors of Physical Therapy Behind Your Recovery
Fellowship-trained, board-certified specialists — not generalists.
Dr. Isaac Auyeung
PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, CSCS, Cert. SMT, Cert. DN, XPS
Dr. Isaac is one of the youngest physical therapists in the country to achieve dual board certification in both orthopedics (OCS) and sports (SCS). He completed a rigorous orthopedic residency through Kaiser Permanente and an elite Movement & Performance Fellowship at Azusa Pacific University—training that less than 1% of PTs worldwide can claim.
As a former physical therapist for professional athletes in the NBA, MLB, NFL, and English Premier League, Dr. Isaac brings elite-level expertise to everyday athletes and active adults in Torrance. He’s certified in spinal manipulation, dry needling, functional range conditioning, and strength & conditioning, giving him a comprehensive toolkit to address your unique needs.
Specialties: Sports injuries, post-surgical rehab, chronic pain, movement optimization, performance training
Visit Renew Sports Rehab in Torrance, CA
We’re just 12 minutes (3.4 miles) from central Torrance. Take Maple Ave, continue onto W 235th St, then turn right onto Walnut St and right onto W 236th St. You’ll find us conveniently located near Plaza Mayor Shopping Center and Torrance Crossroads, serving the entire South Bay.
Email:
renewsportsrehab@gmail.com
Phone:
(424) 262-8261
Office Address:
1951 W 236th St
Torrance, CA 90501
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your first visit to Renew Sports Rehab in Torrance.
Do I need a referral to be seen for IT band syndrome physical therapy?
No referral is needed. California’s direct access law allows you to begin physical therapy without a physician’s referral, so you can book directly and start getting answers right away.
Do you accept insurance?
Renew Sports Rehab is an out-of-network, cash-pay concierge practice. We provide detailed superbills after each visit so you can submit for potential reimbursement through your PPO insurance plan. There are no surprise bills — pricing is transparent upfront.
What makes Renew different from other physical therapy clinics near me?
Every session is a full hour, one-on-one with your Doctor of Physical Therapy — never an aide or therapy tech, never double-booked. Our DPTs hold fellowship training and dual board certifications held by fewer than 1% of PTs worldwide, and we use advanced tools like running gait analysis, force plate testing, and shockwave therapy to find and fix the root cause of your pain.
Still have questions?
We’re here to help. Give us a call or request a free phone consultation to learn more about how we can help you recover and get back to doing what you love.