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Osteochondroses - Osgood-Schlatter Disease and Sever Disease
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
There is no way to prevent these conditions in a growing, active child. Sports safety guidelines can be followed to minimize pain.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
A child who has either of these conditions will usually outgrow it in a year or two. There is no long-term disability associated with either condition.