“Why do my son's ankles hurt when he walks?”
I am 34 year old mom. My 4 year old son's ankles hurts when he walks. What could be the cause?
4 Answers
He would need an orthopaedic exam by a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon to determine the cause. There are too many unknowns in your short question and without a proper history and physical examination this is impossible to answer.
Children usually do not complain of pain much. Therefore, if it is a significant complaint should be evaluated by a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and x-rays should be obtained at the ankles. Do not put it off.
If there hasn't been a fall or injury, then it's probably just a tendonitis related to his activity. Try rest, and advil (dose on bottle) 2-3 times a day. However, there are many other serious things that could be the cause. So, if he doesn't get better with rest and advil after a week or two, then see an orthopedic specialist.
Hope it helps!!
Dr. Bose
Hope it helps!!
Dr. Bose
He most likely sustained an ankle sprain. He should be checked to rule out stress fracture.
