Tendinopathies of the Patellofemoral Joint: A Case-Based Approach: Osgood–Schlatter’s Disease in a 12-Year-Old

Juan Pablo Martinez-Cano, Sheanna Maine, Marc Tompkins

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Abstract

Osgood-Schaltter’s disease (OSD) is a common overuse syndrome that affects the tibial tuberosity in children during their puberty growth spurt. It causes cartilaginous damage of the tubercle during the apophyseal maturation stage. Symptoms include local pain, swelling and tenderness on the tuberosity that worsens with physical activities. Conservative treatment includes rest, ice, activity modification and physical therapy. Vitamin D supplementation and immobilization may have a role in treatment. Occasionally, some of these patients may require surgery.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationThe Patellofemoral Joint
Subtitle of host publicationA Case-Based Approach
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages237-243
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9783030815455
ISBN (Print)9783030815448
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2021

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Keywords

  • Adolescent
  • Anterior knee pain syndrome
  • Apophysitis
  • Osgood-Schlatter disease
  • Osteochondrosis

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