Osteochondritis dissecans occurs most often in children and adolescents ages 10 through 20, especially in young athletes or those who are physically active. However, people of any age can develop the condition.

What age does osteochondritis dissecans occur?

Osteochondritis dissecans occurs most commonly in children and adolescents between the ages of 10 and 20 who are highly active in sports.

Are you born with osteochondritis dissecans?

Researchers suggest that a disorganized cartilage network in growing bones impairs their normal growth, leading to short stature. Sporadic osteochondritis dissecans is not caused by genetic changes and is not inherited.