What is Toe Walking? Introduction Toe walking refers to a gait cycle/walking pattern in which the heel does not contact the ground; this is a common developmental variation in young children (aged three and under) and generally isn’t cause for concern as it will typically regress without intervention. (Morozova et al., 2017). If toe walking...
Heel First! Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Toe Walking Does your child walk on the toes or balls of the feet? Toe walking can lead to falling, and may be symptomatic of vestibular issues and developmental delays. Try our movement activities to help prevent and reduce toe walking. Remember to encourage kids to walk on...