Growing Pains
These often come on from 7-12 years of age and affect 20-45% of children. It is often caused through muscle pain rather than growth of bones and is made worse after a particularly athletic day.
Symptoms:
- Pain in the afternoon and night but not every day
- Pain in the thighs or calves but the joints appear normal
- Growing pains are diagnosed by ruling other more serious conditions out. So if unsure please see your GP or visit us for a full medical case history
