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Went to see doctor about the knee yesterday. Actually I have already been to my GP and been given the run around a bit - but yesterday was with an orthopedic specialist. The prelim diagnosis is IT Band - which was my initial reaction about 4 months ago. But the continued pain - even with the reduced activity and some stretching makes me a bit skeptical. So I'll go the PT route, as recommended, and will see how it goes.