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Wrist pain
May 12 yera old son is telling wrist pain. Not regularly but once in two to three hours and it disappear in 10 to 15 sec. He is having a little pain while moving wrist up and down
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It may be wrist sprain or due to vitamin deficiencies.
Next Steps
Consult with orthopaedic surgeon. Apply ice whenever he gets pain. If its related with any sport injury use a brace or crepe bandage for few days
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Intermittent wrist pain in a 12-year-old child, especially pain during wrist movement, can occur due to minor strain/overuse, sports or repetitive activities, or occasionally a minor injury that may not have been noticed. Since the pain is recurring, the exact location of tenderness and wrist movements need to be examined before deciding the cause.
Next Steps
For now, allow relative rest from sports, heavy lifting, push-ups and activities that increase the pain. If the pain continues for a few days or keeps recurring, an orthopaedic examination is advisable. An X-ray may be required depending on the examination findings. You can also consult me online with a photo showing the exact painful area and details of any recent sports activity or injury.
Health Tips
If there is swelling, redness, significant tenderness, fever, pain at night, inability to move the wrist normally, or a recent fall/injury, get him examined promptly.
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Intermittent wrist pain in a 12-year-old child—especially discomfort triggered by moving the wrist up and down—is most commonly related to a mild sprain, minor repetitive tendon strain (frequently associated with sports, writing, or device use), or growth-related joint strain. Brief episodes lasting 10 to 15 seconds often point to mechanical or positional irritation rather than continuous structural damage, though a physical assessment is recommended to confirm the exact cause.
Next Steps
Activity Modification: Rest the wrist by reducing repetitive movements like heavy typing, gaming, or sports activities for a few days.
Orthopedic Evaluation: Have the child examined by an orthopedist. A doctor can check joint stability, range of motion, and determine if an X-ray is necessary to rule out growth plate irritation or minor fracture (especially if there was an unobserved fall or bump).
Symptom Tracking: Keep track of when the pain occurs, specific activities that trigger it, and whether any visible changes occur.
Health Tips
Seek Immediate Medical Attention If: The child develops severe continuous pain, visible swelling, redness, warmth around the joint, numbness/tingling in the hand, or an inability to use or move the hand/fingers.
Medication Use: Do not give pain relief medications (such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen) without consulting a physician for correct pediatric dosing based on the child's weight and medical history.
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