Osgood-Schlatter Disease is typically seen in athletic adolescents or teens going through a growth spurt (more common in males than females). Symptoms include pain on the front of the knee and a bony “bump” on the front of the knee below the patella tendon. Usually the cause is repetitive overload of the knee extensors (like the quads) in repetitive activities such as running and jumping. Common sports where we see this condition include basketball and volleyball because they involve both running and jumping. Treatment for Osgood-Schlatter Disease initially includes education to manage pain and inflammation and advice about activity modification to avoid further aggravation. Next stage of therapy involves stretching of the hamstrings and quads, advice on taping and bracing to protect the area, and strengthening the leg to optimize mechanics (decrease excess stress on the tendon). The strengthening phase is so important to help decrease the chances of the same injury occurring again in the future.Your therapist is trained to detect this disorder during the assessment. They will create a custom treatment plan to address your concerns, answer all your questions, and get back into your sport without pain.