Question
This morning, a five-year-old child reported foot pain (around the knee) and was unable to climb stairs, needing to be carried by his father. While climbing stairs this morning, he experienced pain again and rolled down the stairs, fortunately with only three steps left. We took him to the hospital, but he refused to go, so we consulted a doctor. What could be the cause of this condition in a child? Is it a bad sign? I am very worried!
Answer
Based on the provided information, the child may have joint dislocation or muscle spasms, with muscle spasms having the medical term of muscle dystonia. The most common areas affected are the muscles in the lower leg and toes, which can cause excruciating pain during an attack. You can try bending the toes in the opposite direction with force and holding for 1-2 minutes or more, which usually helps alleviate the pain.