Question 1

i have osteochondritis dessicans. can you tell me about it?

Accepted Answer

joint bone defect: Small area of bone necrosis(death) or  area that did not properly develop. It happens in a joint. Most commonly in the knee, hip, elbow and ankle. Can happen incidentally or a result of trauma. Can break free and cause significant problems in that joint. Requires attention from orthopedic surgeon.

Question 2

what happens during osteochondritis dissecans?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage loss: It is a failure of the end of the bone that contacts the next bone in line.  Not only does the cartilage sheer off, but it also sheers off the end of the bone that the cartilage is mounted to.

Question 3

what are the safest home remedies for osteochondritis dissecans?

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Dessicans: None.  The sloughed off piece floats around and damages the joint unless removed.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: osteochondritis dissecans?

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OCD: Basically it is where the bone beneath the articular cartilage of a joint fails to provide nutrition to the overlying cartilage causing it to break free and die.  It has been seen in the elbow and knee as well as other joints.  It probably has a vascular causal source although no one knows for sure.  It is a diagnosis limited to open physes.

Question 5

is osteochondritis dissecans curable?

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No: This is something that you work on and take care of, but it doesn't get cured- it only gets controlled.  How well controlled depends on how committed you are at treatment - usually physical therapy and exercises.

Question 6

what's the best cure for osteochondritis dissecans?

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Osteochondritis: The treatment depends on the size of the defect and whether the fragment is still attached. An MRI can be helpful. The defect can be drilled, fixed in place or grafted. The options can be discussed with your doctor.

Question 7

do people with osteochondritis dissecans have a lot of pain?

Accepted Answer

It can be painful: Osteochondritis dissecans (ocd) occurs when there is a problem with the bone and cartilage becoming separated from the normal bone.  It usually starts in children, but can persist into adulthood.  If it is non displaced, there can be an achy feeling, but if it starts to detach or completely detaches, there can be symptoms of pain, clicking, locking, and swelling of the joint.

Question 8

is it possible to get osteochondritis dissecans in your backbone?

Accepted Answer

No: Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition. It does not occur within a bone.

Question 9

i had surgery for osteochondritis dissecans. what if i don't use my crutches?

Accepted Answer

Risk of failure: If your surgeon recommended crutches, it is to unloaded the area of bone involved.  By putting weight through the joint, you are risking a bad result and may have a poor outcome.

Question 10

which is worse: an acl tear or osteochondritis dissecans?

Accepted Answer

Different problem.: Those are two different problems. Each carries its own set of symptoms. Often times the OCD problem can lead to arthritis as one becomes older.

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