Osgood Schlatter’s Disease

What is Osgood Schlatter’s Disease?

Osgood Schlatter is the inflammation of the area just below the knee where the tendon from the kneecap (patellar tendon) attaches to the shinbone (tibia). Osgood Schlatters disease primarily affects children particularly boys who are between 10 to 15 years old, and it results in knee pain.

 

This disease is most often prevalent during growth spurts when bones, muscles, tendons, and other structures are changing rapidly. Because physical activity puts additional stress on bones and muscles, children who participate in athletics — especially running and jumping sports — are at an increased risk for this condition.

What does Osgood Schlatter’s Disease feel like?

  • Symptoms

    • Pain, swelling and/or inflammation at the tibial tuberosity (the bony bit at the top of the shin)
    • Tenderness and pain that worsens during exercise, especially squats
    • A spot on the shin bone that is painful to touch

How can Osgood Schlatter's Disease be managed?

Treatment

  • Physiotherapy
  • Pain relieving modalities such as ice & mild heat
  • Rest
  • Osteopathy and Manual therapy
  • Massage therapy
  • Taping