Osgood Schlatter’s is an inflammation of the tuberosity of the tibia, which is present during growth. In Osgood Schlatter, pain occurs just below the knee at the attachment of the thigh muscle to the shin bone. This area is irritated, overburdened and a small lump can be felt. Osgood Schlatter is caused by overburdening. This complaint often occurs in children (boys) between 9 and 16 years of age, who are growing and play a lot of sports. The pain is especially noticeable during or after an activity and is localised under the kneecap.
Osgood Schlatter’s is a troublesome condition for which it is often advised to rest and to avoid prolonged, intensive sports (running, jumping, sprinting and cycling). It is a persistent injury which can last from a few months to two years.
Symptoms in Osgood Schlatter:
- Painful lump at the front, just below the knee.
- Symptoms worsen during and after sport.
- Can occur in one knee or both knees at the same time.
- Knee can be swollen.
Taping in Osgood Schlatter:
Within the kinesiology taping Concept, there is a taping application that can be applied by the therapist in the case of Osgood Schlatter, which provides immediate pain relief. Taping the knee makes it possible for the child to continue practising sport and cycling. kinesiology taping with CureTape provides pain relief, moisture dispersal and faster recovery.
- Cut a 5 cm strip of tape lengthwise in half.
- Cut this tape into 4 I-strips of 2.5 cm.
- Have the child sit on the treatment table with his knees bent.
- Then apply a cross to the place of pain according to the ligament technique. Pay attention that there is no stretching on the anchors.
Please note that applications provided on our website are not clinically proven. All mentioned applications are based on extensive evaluation and case studies with licensed physiotherapists and/or other health professionals.
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