Osgood Schlatter Disease Specialist
Osgood-Schlatter disease is a painful, overuse injury that occurs below the knee joint. This condition is caused by irritation of the bone growth plate and is common among young children and adolescents who are still growing. Surgery is not a common treatment option for this condition because the pain and swelling will typically go away when an adolescent stops growing. Stretching exercises, ice application, and anti-inflammatory medications are all used to treat this osgood-schlatter disease.
At Barrington Orthopedics, our highly-experienced, certified knee specialists can provide relief from knee pain associated with osgood schlatter disease. Our team will work with you to discuss treatment options aimed at reducing pain and swelling of your condition, so you can get back to the activities you enjoy without discomfort or lack of mobility.
If you’re struggling with knee pain, do not allow your condition to worsen. Schedule your first consultation with the team at Barrington Orthopedic Specialists today. If you’re in an emergency situation, visit the Immediate Care Clinic at our Schaumburg, IL location.
Osgood-Schlatter Disease FAQ
What Is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Osgood-Schlatter disease is an overuse injury that occurs in the knee area of growing adolescents. It is caused by undue stress on the attachment of the tendon below the kneecap (patellar tendon) where it attaches to the shinbone (tibia). Young adolescents who participate in certain sports, including soccer, gymnastics, basketball, and distance running, are most at risk for this disease.
What Causes Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Young adolescents who participate in certain sports, including soccer, gymnastics, basketball, and distance running, are most at risk for this disease.
What Are The Symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
- Knee pain
- Swelling
- Tenderness below the kneecap
What Are The Treatment Options For Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Treatment aims to reduce pain and swelling. This may include the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and wrapping the knee until the child can participate in activities without discomfort or significant pain afterward.
If symptoms worsen with activity, rest for several months may be necessary, followed by a conditioning program. In some cases, symptoms may persist for 2 to 3 years, but they generally disappear after the adolescent growth spurt, around age 14 for girls and age 16 for boys.