Child always walking on her tip toes?

My little, adopted sister (6) does this all the time and when asked why, she would just say "I don't know". We have asked her therapists and they claim it is because of low self-esteem issues. This has always stumped me. Some studies show there is a connection to toe walking and autism. Others say it is a bad habit that is kept from learning to walk. Studies claim there is a link between muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and toe walking. It is also disputed that kids who toe-walk usually have developmental disorders or neuropsychiatric disorders.

Apparently it is called Idiopathic Toe Walking and can be corrected with braces for the feet. My sister had braces and it does make a difference when she is wearing them, but the key is to be consistent.

It is a good thing that you are worried about this issue, because toe walking can cause arthritis and muscle problems.

I am sorry I was not more help, although is is a very prevalent issue, not much is known about it.

My little sister did that all the time when she started to walk . It is just a phase....... It will fade :)

try google it also

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