Is Osteogenesis Imperfecta Painful?

Background: Pain is a common symptom of osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) among children and adolescents. However, little is currently known of the pain experiences of adults with OI.

Is brittle bone disease painful?

Does brittle bone disease cause pain? The defective brittle bones themselves are not painful, but chronic pain may develop in some people with osteogenesis imperfecta due to repeated fractures and skeletal changes. Pain may also result from acute injuries such as fractures.

Is osteogenesis imperfecta progressive?

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a progressive condition that needs life-long management to prevent deformity and complications. The interdisciplinary health care team helps the family to improve the child's functional outcomes and to provide support to the parents as they learn to care for their child's needs.