A member asked:

What might cause a limping 18 month baby boy with no history of trauma?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Several points: Few parents visually monitor their kid 24/7 so there are some gaps where a toddler jumps down off a couch onto their outstretched heal rather than a flat foot.This action can bump the hip joint & cause a swelling in the joint that causes limping hours later.They might also injure their leg or foot the same way.Germs in the hip or knee are a scary cause of a limp. A dr eval is worth the trip.

Answered 4/23/2012

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Number of conditions: Limping is not normal and requires thorough evaluation of toe, ankle, knee, hip, and even spine. Have him checked!

Answered 4/23/2012

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