Osgood-Schlatter Disease is inflammation below the knee. Osgood-Schlatter Disease typically develops during adolescence, often caused by growth spurts (typically ages 8 to 13 for girls and 10 to 15 for boys). As you go through a growth spurt, your muscles and tendons do not grow at the same rate. The difference in the strength of your muscles and tendons can cause undue pressure on your growth plate. This pressure causes pain and irritation to your growth plate, which often manifests as a painful lump under the kneecap, which is a telltale sign of Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Osgood-Schlatter Disease can be diagnosed through a physical test, though the doctor may also want to take x-rays. Osgood-Schlatter Disease can often be treated with rest, over-the-counter medication, and physical therapy. Luckily Osgood-Schlatter Disease rarely needs to be treated with surgery as it stops once the child stops growing. If you need physical therapy for knee pain on the upper east side, check out H&D Physical Therapy. 

Symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter Disease

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  • A painful bump below the knee
  • Knee pain
  • Leg pain
  • Swelling, tenderness, or a feeling of warmth below the knee
  • Pain that worsens as you exercise
  • Limping, especially after physical activity

Treatments for Osgood-Schlatter Disease

  • Icing the knee around 2 to 3 times a day
  • Over-the-counter pain medications, like ibuprofen and acetaminophen
  • Reducing your physical activity and exercise
  • Resting 
  • Wearing a knee brace
  • Stretching
  • Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy for Osgood-Schlatter Disease

To determine a treatment plan, your physical therapist will start with an evaluation. Their plan will likely involve stretching exercises, strengthening exercises, balance and coordination exercises, and pain control. The best way to treat Osgood-Schlatter Disease is through an active recovery approach; you address the underlying problem rather than just get the pain to subside.

Physical Therapy for Knee Pain on the Upper East Side

If you’re suffering from Osgood-Schlatter Disease or any other pain that can be treated through physical therapy, try out H&D Physical Therapy. With multiple locations throughout Manhattan, H&D Physical Therapy is the best place to go for physical therapy for knee pain on the upper east side. H&D Physical Therapy has doctors with specialties in treating sports and orthopedic injuries, meaning they are experienced in treating knee pain. Contact us and book an appointment to start feeling better today!