Question
A nearly two-year-old child frequently complains of leg, foot, and even hand pain. Despite undergoing two months of calcium supplementation treatment, there seems to be no significant improvement. The child is highly active and has little sleep. Could overactivity be the cause of the pain? Please seek expert advice.
Answer
If a child experiences leg and foot pain, it is important to avoid excessive play and pay attention to keeping them warm, adjusting clothing as the weather changes. If the child has an upper respiratory infection or enteritis, timely treatment is necessary. If diagnosed with growth-related pain, the primary treatment measure is to limit activity, which is crucial for the recovery of the condition; secondly, warming measures should be taken as most pain can gradually ease; for older children, oral vitamin C and vitamin B6 can be considered to shorten the course of the disease; if the pain is severe, painkillers can be used under medical guidance.