Patient's question:
Last October, the child unfortunately fell and suffered a fracture in the right thigh.Seven months later, the steel plate was removed from the hospital, which was the second surgery performed in May of this year. It has been 20 days since then, and we’ve noticed that the child is walking a bit unsteadily. As parents, we don’t know the reason—whether it’s because the child hasn’t fully recovered from the second surgery or due to other factors. We would greatly appreciate some guidance from Dr. Xu.
Doctor's answer:
Check if the lengths of both lower limbs are consistent and if the muscle strength is consistent. It is recommended to consult an orthopedic doctor or a neurologist to examine the muscle strength of each group of muscles. The emergence of pediatric orthopedic rehabilitation has severely impacted the patient's life. In addition to active treatment, patients need to pay more attention to daily care. It is important to protect the affected area, maintain a balanced diet, and avoid or reduce the chances of occurrence.