Growing pains in kids are a muscle discomfort that they experience between the ages 3-12 caused due muscle overuse or muscle strain. Here are a few symptoms of growing pains that you may notice in kids. Tap to read!
Throbbing Pain In Legs
Many kids experience throbbing pain in their legs, calves or behind their knees, often a dull ache rather than a sharp one.
Disrupted Sleep
The growing pain can be intense and may cause spasms in the legs, waking up the child in the middle of the night and disrupting their sleep.
Intermittent Pain
Some kids may experience intermittent pain, i.e., the pain may subside for weeks or months before returning.
Pain In Both Legs
The growing pain may affect both legs due to muscle fatigue from activities rather than one due to injury or infection.
Pain In Legs At Night
Growing pains usually occur late in the day or at night, as any inflammation or muscle fatigue in the legs become more noticeable when the muscles start to relax.
Information Credits
According to PubMed, growing pains are caused by muscle strain or muscle overuse. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional if the pain is persistent.