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Is it reasonable to get a plaster cast on my knee for osgood schlatters?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Osgood : If the pain is significant you can get relief from keeping the knee straight. However you may be more comfortable in a straight leg brace instead of a cast.

Answered 2/24/2018

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