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Friday, October, 23, 2009

What Is Osteochondrosis

Health Encyclopedia: Osgood Schlatter Disease

Definition

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a painful swelling of the bump on the front, upper part of the lower leg bone. This bump is called the anterior tibial tubercle.


Alternative Names

Osteochondrosis


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Osgood-Schlatter disease is thought to be caused by small, usually unnoticed, injuries caused by repeated overuse before growth of the area is complete. The disorder is seen most often in active, athletic adolescents,...

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Health Guide

Osgood-Schlatter disease
Osteochondrosis Prevention The small injuries that may cause this disorder are usually unnoticed, so prevention may not be possible. Regular... Read more »
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Osteochondrosis Symptoms The main symptom is a painful swelling just below the knee on the front (anterior) surface of the lower leg bone.... Read more »
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Osteochondrosis Treatment Treatment starts with rest, ice, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen. In many cases, the... Read more »
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