It is common for parents to hear a child complain about soreness and wonder:
"Is this just growing pains?"
Sometimes discomfort may be temporary and harmless. Other times, recurring pain may be related to sports activity, overuse, or a musculoskeletal injury.
Signs Worth Paying Attention To
Consider evaluation when pain:
Parents know their children well. A noticeable change in movement or willingness to participate can be an important clue.
Growth Spurts Can Affect Movement
During rapid growth, athletes may temporarily experience changes in flexibility, coordination, and muscle tightness.
That does not mean every symptom during a growth spurt is "just growing."
A musculoskeletal evaluation can help determine whether there are movement or mobility issues contributing to discomfort.
How Can Chiropractic Care Fit In?
For appropriate musculoskeletal complaints, chiropractic care may help evaluate joint mobility, muscle tension, movement patterns, and areas of discomfort.
At IllumINNATE, we treat each athlete individually rather than assuming all youth sports pain has the same cause.