Osgood Schlatter Disease
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Most commonly occurring in young children and adolescents, Osgood Schlatter disease is an irritation of the outer bone covering (the periosteum) at the tibial tuberosity which results in excess bone growth due to growth spurts combined with tight muscles and excessive use. It is characterized by a large, tender bump that develops underneath the kneecap, and can result in pain during exercise or with contact. If not properly treated, this condition can cause lasting damage to growth plates.
With conservative treatment only, the pain can take as long as 2-3 years to fully dissipate. However, at Granville Physio, your therapist can use Shockwave therapy to help accelerate the healing process and get you back to normal, pain-free activity sooner! The International Journal of Advanced Research in Biological Sciences published a study in 2014 highlighting the effectiveness of Shockwave therapy for the treatment of Osgood Schlatter disease. The study found significant improvements in severity of knee pain and mobility of the knee with Shockwave therapy, compared to stretching and IFC treatment alone!
With conservative treatment only, the pain can take as long as 2-3 years to fully dissipate. However, at Granville Physio, your therapist can use Shockwave therapy to help accelerate the healing process and get you back to normal, pain-free activity sooner! The International Journal of Advanced Research in Biological Sciences published a study in 2014 highlighting the effectiveness of Shockwave therapy for the treatment of Osgood Schlatter disease. The study found significant improvements in severity of knee pain and mobility of the knee with Shockwave therapy, compared to stretching and IFC treatment alone!
