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The equipment you need to support your Osgood Schlatter and Sever's recovery.

Everything you need to recover, in one place: our expert training programs, plus the equipment and accessories we recommend to manage growing pains and get back to sport.

The few items you'll actually use in the program.

Instructions for when and how to use each are built into the programs. These items keep being useful well beyond the seven weeks. Every link takes you to the product on Amazon.

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Foam Roller
Foam Roller
An essential tool for this program and beyond. We love the Trigger Point roller because it is durable and the right density.
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Beginner Foam Roller
Beginner Foam Roller
A softer roller for younger athletes, and a great starting point if the standard one is too firm.
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Ankle Weights
Ankle Weights
Handy for the Osgood program and beyond. We love the adjustable versions so the load grows with your child.
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Stretching Cushion
Stretching Cushion
Something soft to protect the knee while stretching. These high-density cushions are ideal.
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Adjustable Heel Wedges
SEVER'S
Adjustable Heel Wedges
A brilliant short-term help for anyone with Sever's. The key is that they're adjustable as the heel settles.
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Braces, tape and extras for growing pains.

None of these are required to complete the programs, but athletes who've finished them recommend these highly.

Cones / markers
Cones / markers
For running and agility training in the Building Resilient Athletes Program. Low profile and easy to transport.
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Knee sleeves / pads
Knee sleeves / pads
One of the most difficult, frustrating setbacks is landing on a sore knee. These help protect it.
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Knee strap / brace
Knee strap / brace
You won't need it through the program, but some athletes find a strap useful on game day.
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KT tape
KT tape
A small strip applied with a light stretch under the knee can provide some gentle relief.
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Magnesium spray
Magnesium spray
An optional spray that eases aches after training. Many parents swear by it.
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Mini band
Mini band
Used in the Building Resilient Athletes Program, and handy for warm-ups beyond it.
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Phone tripod
Phone tripod
Useful for filming exercises and running technique to self-assess your form.
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Trigger ball
Trigger ball
Great for releasing stubborn tight spots in the calves and glutes. A handy tool for any athlete.
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