Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. This morning, he said his foot hurts (the knee area) and couldn't walk up the stairs, so he asked his dad to carry him. This morning, while walking up the stairs, he said it hurts again and suddenly rolled down from the stairs, thankfully only three steps away. When I carried him to the hospital, he refused to go. I had to ask the doctor what condition my son is in and if it could be a bad omen. I'm very anxious!Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you provided, the child may have a dislocated joint, or it could be a muscle cramp. The medical term for muscle cramp is muscle spasm, which is an involuntary, strong contraction of the muscle. Muscle spasms in the calf and toes are most common. During an attack, the pain is excruciating. By stretching the foot in the opposite direction of the spasm and holding it for 1 to 2 minutes or longer, relief can be achieved.The emergence of pediatric orthopedic rehabilitation has significantly impacted the health of patients. In addition to active treatment, patients need to pay more attention to daily care. It is recommended to eat more vegetables and fruits, consume foods rich in calcium, and avoid or reduce the chances of occurrence.