What is Acute Childhood Limp ❓

When a child has a limp, or an abnormal “gait pattern” for their age 👣

Causes: injury/trauma, deformity, infection, neurological/mechanical disorders

What are the Symptoms of Acute Childhood Limp ❓

Difficulty walking 🚶

Pain/weakness

Fever 🤒

Infections/inflammation

How do you Diagnose Acute Childhood Limp ❓

General/musculoskeletal examinations 🔍

Observation of symptoms

X-ray/MRI scans 🏥

Blood test (infection) 💉

How do you Treat Acute Childhood Limp ❓

Will depend on the cause of the limp:

Rehabilitation/physiotherapy

Painkillers 💊

Medication to treat possible underlying condition

Why should I Worry about Acute Childhood Limp ❓

Can be a sign of a serious underlying condition

May lead to further mobility issues 🏥