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Toe Walking in Children

Many toddlers walk on their toes while learning to walk, and it usually fades on its own by age two or three. Physiotherapy helps when toe walking continues longer, as it can tighten calf muscles and affect balance.

Common Symptoms

Do's

  • Encourage flat-footed walking during play and daily activities
  • Practice gentle calf and ankle stretches as guided
  • Offer supportive footwear that encourages heel strike
  • Keep physiotherapy sessions regular if toe walking persists

Don'ts

  • Don't force your child to stop abruptly without guided exercises
  • Don't ignore toe walking that continues past age three
  • Don't skip follow-up if calf tightness is not improving
  • Don't assume it will resolve without ruling out other causes

When to see a physiotherapist: Consult a doctor if toe walking continues after age three, is only on one side, or comes with stiffness, delayed speech, or other developmental concerns.

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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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