Question
My four-year-old always says their legs hurt. The doctor said it’s growing pains. What are growing pains? Do they need treatment? Is it a disease?
Answer
Growing pains are characterized by pain around a child’s knee joints or the front side of the lower legs, with no history of external injury and normal physical activity. The affected area shows no signs of redness, swelling, or tenderness. Those with growing pains typically experience muscular pain and usually do not require special treatment. The most effective solution when pain recurs is to provide localized massage and cold compresses for the child, which helps reduce the pain and provides psychological care and a sense of security.