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I was diagnosed with osgood schlatters disease at 14. i am now 20 and still have pain. currently, i can't run because of pain or if i bend wrong it hurts, or if i step wrong it hurts. i get sharp pain by tendon and right side of bump.what should i do?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Rest, cold, stretch: Osgood Schlatters pain is due to inflammation because of over use, esp running or jumping. Rest, Ice, Stretching, and Ibuprofen can alleviate immediate symptoms. Orthopedic Dr's are a good resource for continuing treatment and physical therapy referrals in this condition.

Answered 4/11/2020

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with osgood schlatters disease at 14. i am now 20 and still have pain. currently, i can't run because of pain or if i bend wrong it hurts, or if i step wrong it hurts. i get sharp pain by tendon and right side of bump.what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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