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Delayed Walking Milestones

Most children take their first independent steps between twelve and eighteen months, but every child develops at their own pace. Physiotherapy can help identify the cause of a delay and build the strength and coordination needed to walk confidently.

Common Symptoms

Do's

  • Encourage supported standing and cruising along furniture
  • Give plenty of floor time for crawling and exploring
  • Practice pull-to-stand and stepping activities daily
  • Follow a structured home exercise plan alongside therapy

Don'ts

  • Don't use walkers as a substitute for guided movement practice
  • Don't compare your child's timeline strictly to other children
  • Don't delay evaluation hoping the child will simply catch up
  • Don't skip therapy sessions once a plan has started

When to see a physiotherapist: See a pediatrician or physiotherapist if your child isn't walking by eighteen months, or shows unusual stiffness, floppiness, or asymmetry in movement.

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This information is for general education only and is not a substitute for individual diagnosis or treatment. Please consult Dr. Shraddha directly for advice specific to your condition.

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