Tibial Tubercule Avulsion Fracture in Child Soccer Player: A Conservative Approach

Abstract

Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fracture (TTAF) is an uncommon disease. They are usually found during childhood-adolescent age and described as non-traumatic fractures during running with direct physis affection. In order to avoid growth complications, which would lead to harmful consequences for the patient, an accurate diagnosis following a solid treatment has to be carried out. We describe a case report of a 12-year-old football player boy with a tibial tuberosity avulsion following a conservative treatment. Pharmacological treatment and a rehabilitation program was prescribed with a satisfactory evolution. Even though one of the physician consulted suggested open reduction and internal fixation, the medical staff for his team decided a more conservative approach which came out as an adequate management for this case. After a two years follow up the evolution was successful and the player was able to perform every football specific activity pain free and without any kind of limitation.