Question
How to alleviate growth pains in a 12-year-old?
Answer
For a 12-year-old, growth pains may be caused by muscle pain during periods of rapid growth. In such cases, no special treatment is generally required. Measures that can be taken include: avoiding strenuous exercise, ensuring a well-rounded diet (such as providing milk, soy milk, etc.), supplementing with calcium and cod liver oil, getting adequate sun exposure, reducing exercise intensity, and providing a variety of foods. Additionally, giving the child regional massage and heat therapy can alleviate the pain and provide psychological support and a sense of security, which helps to relieve tension and discomfort.