What Is Osgood Schlatter Disease?
2. Prevalence
Osgood-Schlatter disease is considered a common disorder. Adolescents who are physically active are more likely to experience symptoms. It affects about 20% of adolescents who participate in sports or activities.
Leading a more sedentary life seems to reduce the risk of developing Osgood-Schlatter disease but does not eliminate it altogether. Approximately 5% of all adolescents who are not considered active nevertheless develop symptoms of OSD.
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