Osteochondritis Dissecans Overview

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What is the definition of Osteochondritis Dissecans?
Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition that occurs when a piece of cartilage and the thin layer of bone beneath it, separates from the end of the bone. If the piece of cartilage and bone remain close to where they detached, they may not cause any symptoms. However, affected people may experience pain, weakness and/or decreased range of motion in the affected joint if the cartilage and bone travel into the joint space. In most cases, the exact underlying cause is unknown. Rarely, the condition can affect more than one family member (called familial Osteochondritis dissecans); in these cases, Osteochondritis dissecans is caused by changes in the ACAN gene and is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.
Who are the top Osteochondritis Dissecans Local Doctors?
Dr. Charles M. Spivey
Orthopedics
Dr. Charles M. Spivey
Orthopedics

Mark Spivey Orthopedic Clinic LLC

3301 1st St E, Suite A, 
Vidalia, GA 
 (37.5 mi)
912-537-4411
Languages Spoken:
English
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Charles Spivey is an Orthopedics provider in Vidalia, Georgia. Dr. Spivey and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Spivey is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Juha I. Jaakkola
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
Dr. Juha I. Jaakkola
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

Optim Orthopedics LLC

210 E Derenne Ave, 
Savannah, GA 
 (49.1 mi)
912-644-5300
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Juha Jaakkola is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Jaakkola and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, and Myringotomy. Dr. Jaakkola is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. John T. Prather
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
Dr. John T. Prather
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

Chatham Orthopaedic Associates PA

4425 Paulsen St, 
Savannah, GA 
 (49.4 mi)
912-355-6615
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English
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John Prather is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Prather and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Prather is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Osteochondritis Dissecans Clinical Trials?
Psychological Response and Readiness to Return to Sports Associated with the Diagnosis and Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
Psychological Response and Readiness to Return to Sports Associated with the Diagnosis and Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 12, 2025
Intervention Type: Procedure

Summary: This study primarily aims to determine whether patients diagnosed with osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the knee experience psychological stress due to their diagnosis and treatment plan. Secondarily, this study aims to determine whether knee OCD patients experience a change in stress and depression as they progress through their standard-of-care treatment plan, and whether they have impaired ps...

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A Prospective, Open-label, Randomized, Concurrent Active-controlled, Longitudinal, Multicenter, Phase 3 Clinical Study of the Safety and Efficacy of MACI in Patients Aged 10 to 17 Years With Symptomatic Chondral or Osteochondral Defects of the Knee
A Prospective, Open-label, Randomized, Concurrent Active-controlled, Longitudinal, Multicenter, Phase 3 Clinical Study of the Safety and Efficacy of MACI in Patients Aged 10 to 17 Years With Symptomatic Chondral or Osteochondral Defects of the Knee
Who is this study for: Patients aged 10 to 17 years with symptomatic chondral or osteochondral defects of the knee due to osteochondritis dissecans or acute trauma
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: December 02, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure, Biological
Study Drug: MACI
Study Phase: Phase 3

Summary: The objective of this study is to compare the efficacy and safety of MACI® vs arthroscopic microfracture in the treatment of patients aged 10 to 17 years with symptomatic articular chondral or osteochondral defects of the knee.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center