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Osgood Schlatter’s Disease - information for parents and young people

Osgood Schlatter’s Disease - information for parents and young people

Royal Hospital for Children for Patients, Carers & Visitors

Osgood Schlatter’s Disease is a term used to describe pain, in an area of growth just below the knee on the shin bone. It happens in active, young people who are going through a growth spurt.

Our information leaflet for patients and parents explains more.

Last reviewed: 01/12/2021

Next review date: 31/12/2024

Author(s): RHC Paediatric Physiotherapy Department.

Approved By: RHC Paediatric Physiotherapy Department

Document Id: 333718 v1.0

We are one of the leading paediatric care centres in the UK, and the largest in Scotland. We provide family centred care to newborns, infants, children and young people both in hospital and in the community.

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Osgood Schlatter’s Disease - information for parents and young people

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