Patient's question:
The child is three and a half years old. While playing on the trampoline, they suddenly fell and couldn't get up. They said their knee hurts. The hospital X-ray showed no fractures or swelling. Now, on the fifth day, they still cannot walk on their feet. I am very worried. How long will it take to heal? Should they engage in appropriate exercises and walking?Doctor's answer:
If there is no fracture issue, it should be a soft tissue injury. Except for one possibility where the child is young, the bones are more flexible, which might result in a greenstick fracture (without a fracture line). The degree of this injury is very mild, almost without any noticeable symptoms, and it will heal on its own over time. If it is obvious, manual reduction may be necessary. Of course, it is also necessary to carefully observe the child's pain condition. If the pain cannot be alleviated or even relieved, it is still advisable to go to a better hospital for a check-up.