Back Pain in Children

Common Causes

• Muscle strain from sports — Active play or sports might overwork growing muscles and ligaments, leading to pain.
• Scoliosis — A sideways spine curve that develops during growth spurts could cause uneven back stress.
• Heavy backpacks — Overloaded school bags might pull on the spine and muscles, especially if carried on one shoulder.
• Spondylolysis — A stress fracture in a spine bone might occur from repetitive bending in gymnastics or football.

Learn More

For a full overview of this symptom, including home remedies and when to see a doctor, read our complete guide on Back Pain.