Can you swim if have osgood-schlatters disease?

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a condition that affects the growth plate of the shinbone (tibia) in children and adolescents. It causes pain and swelling just below the knee, and it can make physical activity, including swimming, difficult.

However, swimming is not prohibited for people with Osgood-Schlatter disease. In fact, swimming can be a good way to exercise and stay active while avoiding the impact and stress on the knee that other sports may cause.

Here are a few tips for swimming with Osgood-Schlatter disease:

* Start slowly and gradually increase your activity level. Don't try to overdo it at first. Start by swimming for short periods of time and gradually increase your distance and intensity as your pain allows.

* Use a kickboard or other flotation device to help you stay afloat. This can reduce the stress on your knees.

* Avoid breaststroke and other strokes that require you to bend your knees. These strokes can put stress on the growth plate and worsen your pain.

* Listen to your body and stop if you feel pain. Pain is your body's way of telling you that something is wrong. If you feel pain, stop swimming and rest.

If you have any concerns about swimming with Osgood-Schlatter disease, talk to your doctor.