Patient's question:
I wonder if there is really such a thing as growing pains in children. My child is now over four years old, and recently, when she sleeps until midnight, she cries saying her legs hurt, it seems to be the outer side of her right knee. She hasn't been injured in these days. Please advise the experts.Doctor's answer:
The treatment of children's growing pains is most important to rest promptly. Every night before bed, soak the child's feet and calves in hot water. But when the child is not tired, encourage more activity to exercise muscle strength and promote the natural correction of tibial deformities. When the pain is severe, local massage, pain relievers, and a moderate intake of vitamin C can be used. With proper rest, exercise, massage, and symptomatic drug treatment, children's growing pains will heal quickly without leaving sequelae or affecting normal growth and development.