Hip Problems, Age 11 And Younger: Prevention
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Prevention
Most of the problems that can affect a child's hips or cause a child to limp cannot be prevented. The following tips can help keep your child's bones healthy and strong.
Keep bones strong
- Have your child eat a nutritious diet with enough calcium and vitamin D, which helps his or her body absorb calcium. Calcium is found in dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt; dark green, leafy vegetables, such as broccoli; and other foods.
- Have your child stay active. Play and sports are good ways for your child to exercise.
- Do not give your child caffeine, such as in soda pop. This may increase calcium loss from his or her body.
| Last updated: | September 15, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics, H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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