Complications

Complications of Osgood-Schlatter disease are uncommon. If they occur, they might include chronic pain or localized swelling.

Even after symptoms have resolved, a bony bump might remain on the shinbone just below the kneecap. This bump can persist to some degree throughout your child's life, but it doesn't usually interfere with knee function.

In rare cases, Osgood-Shlattter disease can cause the growth plate to be pulled away from the shinbone.