The main goal of treatment for transient synovitis of the hip in children is to decrease the pain and maintain hip range of motion. After assessing your child, our physiotherapist at Radiant Physiotherapy Clinic may choose to use ice on the hip if it is in the acute phase of pain or may apply heat at a later phase to decrease inflammation and assist with pain control.
Next, some gentle exercises may be prescribed by your physiotherapist to ensure that the hip maintains its range of motion and to assist in the healing process. These exercises should not cause pain. Many children will feel most comfortable if they keep the leg turned out during rest so they should be allowed to do this. Any position that is comfortable will help the healing process. Your physiotherapist will answer any questions you have on the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’t’s’ regarding exercise and positioning while the hip is healing.
Painful weight bearing on the injured leg should be avoided in order to decrease pain and allow healing. Some patients may need crutches to avoid painful weight bearing. Before leaving the clinic your physiotherapist will assess whether crutches should be used to ambulate for your child and, if needed, can adjust and fit the crutches. Generally, if the child cannot walk somewhat normally due to pain, then your physiotherapist will suggest that crutches be prescribed.
Finally, our physiotherapist in Calgary, Calgary NW can advise on a return to activity schedule; vigorous physical activities such as running, jumping, and participating in sports activities should be avoided during the acute phase and will be added back as tolerated on the recommendation of your physiotherapist.
Radiant Physiotherapy Clinic provides services for physiotherapy in Calgary, Calgary NW.