Sinding Larsen Johansson Syndrome, This is a juvenile Osteochondritis/or traction apophysitis at the inferior (bottom) pole of the patella.
It is an
overuse knee injury in children between 7- 15 years of age.
Causes
of Sinding Larsen Johansson Syndrome
In
adolescents, the skeletal system is immature, a strong repetitive traction pull
at the inferior pole of the patella where the patellar ligament attaches
results in this condition. As a result, the knee extensor mechanism is
disrupted. It is similar to Osgood-Schlatter syndrome. There is a higher
incidence of inactive children during the adolescent growth spurt.
Symptoms:
Sinding
Larsen Johansson syndrome
presents in growing boys and girls as:
·
Local pain, swelling, and tenderness over the
tibial tuberosity
·
Pain is experienced during exercise (e.g.
running, jumping) or with direct contacts, such as in kneeling.
·
Pain in activities like stair climbing,
squatting, and kneeling.
·
Quadriceps weakness can be present in chronic
cases.
·
Maybe or may not be in both knees.
·
Symptoms get better with rest.
·
A longstanding case of this syndrome can
result in an avulsion fracture of the patellar tendon, which can severely
affect the ability to walk or run.
Fortunately,
the condition can be successfully managed with physiotherapy.
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