Question
A child experienced hip pain and difficulty walking after a cold and fever. They had undergone an X-ray examination at a hospital, but no significant abnormalities were found. The parents are worried it might be hip synovitis or a sprain and are seeking professional advice.
Answer
It is recommended that the child receive treatments such as infrared therapy, moxibustion, massage, heat compress, immobilization, and acupuncture at a hospital’s rehabilitation department. They should also take oral herbal medicine to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. In their daily life, they should avoid spicy and alcoholic irritant foods and engage in moderate exercise to strengthen their physique. For pediatric hip dysplasia, in addition to timely treatment, daily care is also very important, including protecting the affected area and maintaining a reasonable diet to reduce the chance of recurrence.