My daughter has pain on her back and hip. After long periods of standing, walking or sitting, there is an audible crack sound from her back whenever she lays down, bends or stretches. She also has knee and ankle pain after long distances of walking. Which type of doctor should we consult? Can you suggest a doctor for us? We are staying in Ampang. Thank you.
Answer:
I'm sorry to hear about your daughter's discomfort. It's important for her to see a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation to determine the cause of her back and hip pain and the cracking sound. However, here are some general recommendations that may help alleviate her symptoms: 1. **Encourage good posture**: Remind your daughter to maintain proper posture while standing, walking, and sitting to help reduce strain on her back and hip. 2. **Stay active**: Gentle exercises and stretches can help strengthen the muscles supporting her back and hip, which may alleviate pain. It's important to avoid high-impact activities that could worsen her symptoms. 3. **Use hot or cold therapy**: Applying a heating pad or an ice pack to the affected area may help reduce pain and inflammation. Encourage your daughter to use whichever therapy feels best for her. 4. **Practice relaxation techniques**: Stress can exacerbate pain symptoms, so encourage your daughter to practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga to help manage stress levels. 5. **Maintain a healthy weight**: Excess weight can put additional strain on the back and hip joints, so ensure your daughter maintains a healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular physical activity.Remember, these are general recommendations and may not address the underlying cause of your daughter's symptoms.
If the symptoms persist it is advisable to consult Orthopaedic doctor for further evaluation.
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