Heart beating very rapidly or has fainted. Followed a direct blow to the chest. If You think your child needs an office visit. Fever is present. If Sore muscles last for more than 7 days.
Chest pains are a recurrent problem.
Chest pains in children lasting for a few minutes are usually harmless muscle cramps. They need no treatment. Continue this until 24 hours have passed without pain. Apply local heat for 20 minutes 4 times a day. Use a heating pad or warm washcloth to the area.