Patient's question:
Orthopedics, an 18-month-old baby twisted their ankle. The injury was on the top of the big toe of the right foot. At the time, an X-ray showed nothing was wrong with the bones. Then three days later, the swollen area where the child twisted their ankle swelled up, making it difficult for them to walk. Later, the swelling subsided, and the child's foot started to turn inward. After someone performed a massage therapy session, it was said that the soft tissues were injured. They then used dried fig bark, mugwort, and daylily flowers to boil water and soak the foot, which helped normalize it. However, a week later, the foot started turning inward again. They used medication to soak the foot again, which improved the condition slightly. Later, soaking had no effect. Now, two months after the injury, the child's foot is still turning inward. What should be done? The hospital said there's no need to worry and that it will gradually recover on its own, as the child is too young to take medication. What can be done? (The hip joint is fine)Doctor's answer:
This situation is considered to be caused by post-traumatic soft tissue relaxation, such as the relaxation of ligaments and tendons, which makes it prone to recurring injuries. It is recommended to seek follow-up care in the rehabilitation department and perform functional exercises under the guidance of a physical therapist. Avoid exposing the affected area to cold or excessive strain, and refrain from strenuous exercise. Regular follow-up checks are advised.That concludes the introduction regarding "What should I do if my one-year-old and eight-month-old child sprains their ankle?" We hope the patient can soon overcome the of the illness and enjoy every healthy day~