The topic Traction Apophysitis of the Tibial Tubercle you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Osgood-Schlatter Disease.

Quick Summary:

• Osgood-Schlatter Disease (OSD) is caused by inflammation of the patellar (kneecap) ligament located at the tibial tuberosity around the knee joint. The tibial tuberosity is the bony protrusion of the shinbone, near the knee
• The condition is mostly seen in children during late childhood or early puberty (usually after age 9 years) and occurs from repeated injury to the growth plate (below the kneecap), which is aggravated by sports activities such as running and jumping
• The signs and symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter Disease include pain below the knee joint, which often gets worse with activity but better with rest. The painful episodes can last from few weeks to several months. Usually, only one knee is affected; but often both the knees can present pain
• There are 3 types of Osgood-Schlatter Disease and these include:
  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease Type 1: In this condition, a small fragment of avulsed fracture bone from the tibial tuberosity is displaced proximally.  This condition usually does not require any surgical intervention
  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease Type 2: In this condition, the articulating surface of the tibial bone is unaffected, and the fracture often occurs in the region where the tibial epiphysis meets the secondary center of ossification. This type may occasionally require surgical treatment
  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease Type 3: In this condition, there is a complete avulsion fracture through the articular surface resulting in surrounding damage to the meniscal cartilage. This type of fracture is often treated through surgery
• The prognosis of Osgood-Schlatter Disease is dependent upon an early diagnosis and prompt treatment if the condition but is mostly good. Children outgrow the condition when they reach teenage

Please find comprehensive information on Osgood-Schlatter Disease regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.