Pediatric and adolescent apophyseal avulsion injuries are rare but important to recognize. This case report presents a 15-year-old male sprinter with a lesser trochanter apophyseal avulsion fracture who was treated nonoperatively. After 12 months of follow-up, conservative management resulted in significant healing and consolidation, with no pain or functional limitations at final follow-up. Conservative management of apophyseal avulsion injuries leads to positive outcomes in adolescents, while surgical intervention may be necessary for certain cases. Precise diagnosis and management are essential for successful outcomes, and in adults, a more extensive workup is recommended to rule out underlying malignancy.
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