Signs and Symptoms of Pediatric Bone, Joint & Muscle Disorders and Injuries
If your child is experiencing joint pain or any of the symptoms listed below, we advise you to make an appointment with a specialty-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeons as soon as possible:
Arm Pain When Lifting or Throwing: Discomfort in the shoulder, elbow, or arm during movement, often linked to overuse or sports injuries.
Difficulty Bending Knees: Stiffness or limited range of motion in the knee, potentially due to growth plate issues, injury, or arthritis.
Hip, Knee, Ankle, Heel, or Foot Pain While Walking or Running: Persistent or sharp pain in lower extremities during activity, which may indicate overuse injuries, joint instability, or structural abnormalities.
Inability to Bear Weight on the Leg, Knee, or Foot: Difficulty standing or walking, which could signal fractures, ligament injuries, or joint inflammation.
Limping: Altered gait pattern often due to hip dysplasia, fractures, muscle imbalances, or leg length discrepancies.
Shoulders Appear Uneven: Asymmetrical shoulder height, often associated with scoliosis or spinal curvature disorders.
Swelling Around the Knee or Other Joints: Inflammation or fluid buildup in the joints, which could indicate juvenile arthritis, growth plate injuries, or trauma.
Tingling or Numbness in the Forearm, Fingers, Feet, Legs, or Toes: Possible nerve injury
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule an evaluation with our spine specialists to determine the best treatment plan for your condition.