he is 2.
2006-11-21 07:38:17 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Most toddlers walk on their toes when learning how to walk. Most of the time it's normal, but if it goes on for too long it can be a sign of neuromuscular disorders.
2006-11-21 07:41:16 · answer #1 · answered by CelebrateMeHome 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Dont take this as a smart remark, I always did this as a kid to keep the rest of my feet from getting dirty. Do you keep your floors clean and free from crumbs or anything that might hurt his feet if stepped on? My parents/family always asked why. This was why.
It became habit until recently. I also wore shoes/socks alot and have very nice feet to this day. I also was a very 'neat' kid which probably contributed.
So this could be a good sign.
2006-11-21 07:48:03 · answer #2 · answered by Realtalk 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO its not. Intermittent tip-toe walking is considered a normal finding in a toddler under 18months. What it is? Sensory avoiding, neurological differences, usually the sign of a sensory processing disorder and or a neurological one, often seen in autism. What happens is over time the achilles tendon shortens making it uncomfortable or even impossible to put the foot down flat. I have an autistic son that did constant toe walking @ 2 yrs old. It was resolved by occupational therapy (for sensory integration) and intermittent use of neoprene adult women's wrist weights worn on the ankles (1/4lb ea.). At her age, she needs to see a specialist. Constant tip toe walking will mess up a lot of things. Idk who to recommend seeing first, neuro, developmental, ortho, PT, idk start w/ the peds doc If she has no other developmental concerns I wouldn't sweat that too much. Toe walking is one of the cardinal red flag signs for autism, but by itself means not a lot.
2016-05-22 08:48:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This can be sign of a real problem. He could need therapy and possibly surgery. My friend's child did this. She is still in therapy and awaiting a decision on surgery to cut the tendons. You should have it checked out. Ask the pediatrician for a recommendation to an orthopedist.
2006-11-21 11:35:44 · answer #4 · answered by toomanycommercials 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL! My daughter does the same thing.Although she doesn't do it walking in her shoes. I don't think it is a prob. But you may want to ask your pediatrician just to make sure. I have noticed since we got her some slip on bedroom slippers it has gotten better she walks flat in those to keep them on you may want to try getting him something like that. Good Luck!
2006-11-21 07:45:10 · answer #5 · answered by nonya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some children just feel more comfortable doing this 9 times out of 10 they out grow it.
2006-11-21 07:41:15 · answer #6 · answered by Jody 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It`s alright, my cousin is 4 and he hasn`t stopped. He started when it was 2. With and without shoes.
LOL :)
2006-11-21 10:03:07 · answer #7 · answered by Rain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LoL that's cute, I don't know but if you have a camcorder record it. My nephew used to only crawl back words, but now he walks just fine. ~LoL Too Cute~
2006-11-21 08:58:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my daughter did the same thing the first 4 years.i was worried it would hurt her feet in some way. her doctor said it was normal and she would grow out of it.she did. i would not worry about it....
2006-11-21 08:05:32 · answer #9 · answered by BLOODHOUND 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
> because hes a kid <
2006-11-21 07:43:11 · answer #10 · answered by I think... 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋