We suspect that our daughter has osgood schattler diesase. has all the signs. she is an active gymnasts. ways to treat pain or how to proceed.

Osgood-Schlatter: There's not a whole lot to do. These are essentially growing pains (AKA apophysitis). Helpful link: http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00411

Pain Control: Findings of Osgood-Schlatter is tenderness of the soft tissue or bony prominence of the tibial tubercle. Or extending the knee against resistance, stressing quadriceps or squatting with knee in full flexion. Therapy includes control of pain and swelling by ice pack, NSAIDS 3 to 4 days and wearing protective pad. Activity continuation.Consult sport specialist if pain persistent more than 3 months.