Knee pain in children can be caused by a variety of factors and may be caused by specific trauma or conditions, or by certain diseases such as tibial tuberosity epiphysitis, iliotibial bundle friction syndrome, patellofemoral joint pain, and infections.
If a child develops knee pain, swelling, and limited movement after an impact or an accident on the field, it may cause soft tissue damage or a fracture of the knee.
Additionally, if they have not suffered a traumatic injury to the knee, but have chronic knee pain over a long period of time, it may be important to consider possible tibial tuberosity epiphysitis, iliotibial bundle friction syndrome, and patellofemoral pain, which are conditions that require rest and improved stretching, among other things.
If a child’s knee is red, swollen and painful, they usually indicate inflammation or infection. Joint infections are uncommon, but need to be treated quickly and appropriately to avoid long-term complications.
If a child’s knee pain is severe and unrelenting, it is recommended that he or she be seen in a hospital promptly for a complete examination to determine the cause of the condition, and then follow the doctor’s instructions for targeted treatment to avoid delays in the condition.