Overview
Children and adolescents are not simply small adults — their musculoskeletal system is growing and developing, which makes them susceptible to specific conditions. Growing pains, Sever’s disease (heel pain in children), Osgood-Schlatter disease (knee pain in adolescents), postural concerns and sports injuries in young people all benefit from early and appropriate management. Our practitioners treat children with gentle, age-appropriate techniques.
Common Symptoms
- Leg or knee pain in a growing child, especially after activity
- Heel pain in active children aged 8–14
- Limping or reluctance to participate in physical activity
- Adolescent back pain or scoliosis concerns
- Posture concerns or rapid growth-related discomfort
- Recurring “growing pains” in the legs at night
How We Can Help
Treatment for children is gentle, reassuring and always involves parents or guardians. We provide guidance on activity levels, load management through growth spurts, footwear and exercises appropriate for the child’s age and presentation. Early management tends to produce faster and more complete resolution.
Ready to get some answers?
Our practitioners see patients from Flinders, Red Hill, Merricks, Balnarring, Somers and across the Mornington Peninsula. Same-week appointments are usually available.
For more on dyspraxia specifically, see our article on dyspraxia and physiotherapy.