Growing pains are the most common cause of pain in your child’s musculoskeletal system. The pains generally affect both legs and happen at night. Growing pains usually occur in kids ages 3 to 12. These pains occur equally in boys and girls.
What age do growing pains hurt the most?
Despite their name, growing pains are not actually caused by growth, and they do not affect a child’s growth. Classic growing pains occur in younger children, up until around age 10. These pains most commonly affect preschool and school-aged children and occur slightly more frequently in girls than in boys.May 8, 2023
What are the symptoms of growing pains in the knee?
Symptoms are usually felt at the front of the knee and can include pain, swelling and tenderness below the kneecap at the top of the shin bone. The symptoms are aggravated by physical activity, especially when running, bending the knee, squatting, kicking and kneeling.
What are the red flags for knee pain?
Locking or Catching Sensations: If your knee feels like it’s “catching” or “locking” during movement, it may be a sign of structural problems that need evaluation and treatment. Loss of Range of Motion: A decrease in your knee’s range of motion, especially if accompanied by noises, should not be overlooked.
What are the worst exercises for bad knees?
The worst exercises for people with bad knees are full-arc knee extension (using the machine at the gym), full-deep lunges, deep squats, and Hurdler’s stretches as these exercises put excessive strain on the knee joints, increasing pain and causing injury.
