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Displaying 3 results tagged with ‘Musculoskeletal’

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  • First Aid For Sprains & Strains In Children

    Sprains and strains can occur after accidents, falls or during sports or physical activities. Learn more about how to manage your child's sprain or sports injury.
  • Growing Pains

    Growing pains are common in tamariki (children). They usually happen in the legs and come on at night. Learn more about growing pains and how to manage them.
  • Irritable Hip In Children

    Irritable hip is one of the most common causes of limping in tamariki (children). The medical name for irritable hip is transient synovitis. Irritable hip is not serious and your child will get better with rest and time. 
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