Podiatrist on Osgood Schlatters Disease

Osgood schlatters occurs where the patella tendon inserts into the tibial tuberosity at the front of the upper shin bone.

The mechanical movements which cause damage are made worse by a poor blood supply caused by bone growth. The pull of the quadriceps muscles on the tendon means the tendon pulls on its bony attachment.

It is important to treat the underlying biomechanical cause, but rest is a very important part of treatment and the condition should pass. However, if you cause a lot of damage there then you might get further problems later on down the road.