Question
A three-and-a-half-year-old child suddenly fell off a trampoline and is unable to stand up, complaining of knee pain. The hospital X-ray showed no fractures, no swelling, but the child still cannot walk after five days. I am very worried. How long will it take to recover? Will appropriate exercise be necessary?
Answer
If there is no fracture issue, it should be a soft tissue injury. There is a possibility that due to the child’s young age and strong bone flexibility, there might be a greenstick fracture (no fracture line), which is very mild and may not show any symptoms. It will heal on its own later. If there are obvious symptoms, manual reduction may be necessary. Of course, closely observing the child’s pain situation is also essential. If the pain cannot be relieved or even alleviated, it is advisable to visit a better hospital for a check-up.