Question
A child around 5 years old has been complaining of leg pain recently. How should osteomylitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment for osteomylitis primarily involves the use of antibiotics, along with the recommendation of timely implementation of functional training. During the acute phase of osteomylitis, in addition to using antibiotics, the later stage focuses on full functional recovery. Any form of exercise should adhere to the principle of gradual progression to avoid overexertion, which could exacerbate the symptoms of osteomylitis. Osteomylitis is mainly caused by pressure-induced damage to the periosteum or purulent infection in the periosteal area.