Inflammation of an epiphysis or growth plate, a medical condition that can result from injury, infection, or overuse, particularly in growing children.
From 'epiphysis' + '-itis' (inflammation). A medical diagnostic term following standard naming conventions for inflammatory conditions.
Young athletes get epiphysitis from overuse—basically inflammation at the bone growth plates—which is why youth sports organizations now enforce pitch limits for baseball players and rest periods for dancers.
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