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[[File:osgood-schlatter-xray.png|thumb|Lateral view X-ray of the knee tibial with overlying soft tissue swelling.]]
==Background==
*Apophysitis of tibial tubercle resulting from repeated normal stresses or overuse
*Patients are usually 10-15yr old
*More commonly occurs in running or jumping athletes
*Most cases are bilateral
**Although symptoms are commonly asymmetric

==Diagnosis==
*Chronic, intermittent pain over the anterior aspect of knee and tibial tuberosity
*Pain aggravated by activity, improves with rest
*Prominence and soft tissue swelling over tibial tubercle
*Imaging is not necessary
**If obtained shows nonspecific irregularities of tibial tubercle
**If initial presentation includes swelling, inability to actively extent the knee, decreased strength with knee extension, or inability to walk, obtain radiograph to evaluate for avulsion fracture of the tibial epiphysis

==Differential Diagnosis==
{{Knee DDX}}

==Management==
*Disease is self-limited
**Most patients' symptoms respond to rest and temporary avoidance of offending activity
**Complete avoidance of activity is not essential
*Immobilization is contraindicated
*NSAIDs
*Apply ice after activity

==Disposition==
Discharge

==See Also==
*[[Knee diagnoses]]

==References==
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[[Category:Orthopedics]]