Is your child consistently walking on their toes? Understanding the causes and exploring effective treatments is crucial for their development!
Toe-walking can result from various factors, such as tight calf muscles, decreased strength, or an increased need for sensory input. Identifying the root cause is the first step towards a tailored intervention plan.
At Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, our approach focuses on personalized strategies to address toe-walking. Through targeted strengthening exercises, we aim to build muscle strength and encourage proper walking patterns. Posture and gait re-education helps correct walking habits, while balance training enhances stability and coordination.
Stretching exercises are employed to address tight calf muscles, promoting flexibility for a more natural stride. In some cases, orthotics may be recommended to provide additional support and optimize foot positioning.
Early intervention is key to supporting your child's development. Schedule a Physical Therapy evaluation with us to explore these personalized strategies and guide your child toward a confident, heel-to-toe stride!
CC - Meet Reese, a PT client here at Schreiber Pediatric, who is working on strengthening her core, improving her balance, and retraining her gait to avoid toe walking. Parent's often think that their children will grow out of toe walking, but the fact is that children rarely do without intervention. While children should be able to tip-toe, they shouldn't be walking that way consistently. They should instead have heel contact as soon as they begin walking. If your child is walking on their toes consistently, reach out to your pediatrician and request a PT evaluation. Our physical therapists here at Schreiber help children like Reese everyday, and they can help your kiddo too.