# 2 How Severe is My Child's Toe Walking: Pediatric Physical Therapy for Toe Walkers

[@Wonginism]

The best video yet in my search for toe walking examples. An in shoes demonstration is something I have been looking for

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Wonderful! Thank you for the feedback

[@bobbyalbertein2487]

I’m a professionnel toe walker #2 bit mostly #3, lol find out at 22 it ain’t normal lol thanks for the video never had any problems with it, work for me and i love it!)

[@pediatricPTexercises]

So glad you added your perspective. Thank you!

[@cassieotone]

I’m a 37 year old female and I’ve had a few people tell me I walk on my toes (seems to be noticed most often when I’ve been walking barefoot in the house). I always thought it was odd of other people to comment on, like was it really that different from how other people walked??? Watching this video I know I’m at a level 3 or at least close to it. I tried standing straight up with my feet flat on the floor and my heels can barely touch without extreme effort and palpable pain running from the back of my ankles up my calves. What finally has me looking more into toe walking is the chronic pain and inflammation I’ve had in both calf muscles daily since I was at least 14. I’m quite small at 5’3 and 105 pounds, and my calves have always been my most prominent (and painful) feature. I swear they are bigger than my thighs. I can’t remember when they’ve ever not hurt. They ache endlessly and feel so painfully tight no matter how much I seem to rub or stretch them. Prior to making the toe walking connection I’d been looking into myofascial pain syndrome in the soleus muscle. I’ve been trying trigger point massage to release what I thought could be myofascial pain. Have you ever seen instances or such a condition as a result of toe walking? My calf muscles don’t feel “normal” and I’m desperately trying to to fix what apparently has been a lifelong issue that wasn’t noticed in time. I’m also worried about the problem getting so severe over time that my mobility will suffer :(

[@pediatricPTexercises]

I recommend you find a local physical therapist to help you address your pain. Also, a doctor to see if there is a reason behind your issues

[@cassieotone]

@@pediatricPTexercises thank you!!

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@cassieotone You are welcome

[@rhondagoldberg8419]

Thank you. Your videos are very helpful.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Wonderful! This is just what I wanted. Thank you for taking the time to let me know.

[@beckyworley6751]

My granddaughter does toe walking they diagnosed her with cerebral palsy because of the toe walking and what got my attention of what you're saying is the back knee situation I did my research on the difference between cerebral palsy and toe walking there's a certain stance that cerebral palsy people have is the back stance Common with toe walkers

[@pediatricPTexercises]

I have had children with cerebral palsy and children who are Toe Walker’s back knee

[@sitinormaisarahmohdpauzi963]

Thank you. Really help a lot

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Wonderful. Thank you!

[@_bubblezzzzzz_]

Thank you for all of your content on toe walking. I have a general question. My son's right foot is a lot more tight(calf muscle) than his left and although he knows how to walk and tries, it is really hard for him to hit with his heel on that foot. We went to PT for about 2 months and the PT said that he hit a plateau. I am working with him at home now until we see his Dr. Have you ever experienced a success story without surgery on someone who is a number 3? edit... just wanted to add that he is 14

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Yes but it takes a lot of work

[@delta74prins89]

Thx for the intell my nephew 10 years old got this issue my sister doesnt See the Problem it is sad .... She tould me He is Just a little Boy no issues AS Well, makes me angry AS an unkle 😔

[@pediatricPTexercises]

I am so sorry it makes you angry. I hope you can resolves your issues with your sister

[@nadhiratulhudasarman2489]

Goshh my parents have always pointed out about how i tiptoe and my kind of tiptoe is the 3rd level. I would walk like this almost all of the time and when im running it kinda goes into the 2nd level. And when i walk normally the back part of my calf hurts. Should i consult a doctor about this?

[@pediatricPTexercises]

It is considered unethical for me to provide treatment recommendations for a person I have not personally evaluated. However, I can say in my own life if I am unable to relieve pain through techniques that I am aware of, I seek assistance.

[@kauaireed9006]

I’m a 54 year old male, I walk like number 2 . Thanks for your videos!! Any questions to help your study feel free to ask.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Thank you for your kind words and for your willingness to help

[@blakeexaviar9370]

For a long time I wanted to know what kind of toe walker I am, and I finally know now. I'm a type 3 toe walker cause my heels only touch the ground when I'm sitting and I need my feet flat on the floor, but even then, my ankle is at an angle otherwise it would hurt really bad. I'm 16 years old and I've been toe walking ever since I knew how to walk at 1 and a half years old. My mom didn't know that toe walking would become an issue so now I can't stop cause it's been 14 and a half years. Yesterday I tried walking normal, and I couldn't do it more that 5 steps, and my legs hurt so bad I cried yesterday. They are still really sore, and it kinda hurts to walk. Idk how I'm going to stop now.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

It’s not too late to go to physical therapy And get help. You are still quite young. You will have to persevere and work hard but you can still make changes.

[@blakeexaviar9370]

@@pediatricPTexercises Maybe, but I'm not sure if I would have to get afo's to correct it, or if I'm to old to do that. Plus it's going to a while before I can start PT, cause my house just caught on fire and we're too busy trying to get a house and beds and clothes cause those are the things I lost. I haven't transferred my pediatrician and I'm about an hour and a half away from where my pediatrician is.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@blakeexaviar9370 It sounds like you do have a lot going on. I will send you my very best wishes and hope the best for you in the future. In the meantime, maybe this playlist, addressing to walking, may give you some ideas of some ways to address your to walking on your own. Best wishes. kzbin.info/aero/PLAkJbMrHyKjP470frDXaGDv2XrtEqPEUx

[@blakeexaviar9370]

@@pediatricPTexercises Thank you so much.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@blakeexaviar9370 You are welcome

[@cerberus_spot8457]

Hey, can toe walking come from nowhere? Its just started for my son, hes 14, hes been doing it for 3 days straight, on tiptoes the whole time hes awake

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Wow! That is unusual. You should go see an MD to assess the problem

[@mariaamjad8575]

My 2 yrs boy still not walking without support n when he walk with support he walk on toes n according to ur video he is 3rd level kindly tell exercises n remedies for him

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Well in this video series I will be sharing treatment suggestions. For general walking suggestions you can refer to my teaching walking playlist. kzbin.info/aero/PLAkJbMrHyKjMq8hiEu5wCUGDKAsar_F0A

[@ladyflimflam]

So the waddling I’m seeing in my daughter isn’t necessarily connected to the toe-walking?

[@pediatricPTexercises]

I can’t really answer that without evaluating your daughter. Often I see waddling when the stiffness runs higher up the legs

[@robkunkel8833]

Does a tow rocker have unusual wear on shoes? Would great heel wear suggest something?

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Its actually the fronts of the shoes that are more worn. The heel tends to be worn less not more.

[@senajib16]

Hi ,I'm Rajib .my six years son is a toe walker.But he doesn't have any problem in his toe.How can I get your advice regarding this.

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Yes, it is called toe walking in English. However the problem is in the tightness calf muscle and weakness in the muscle in front of the lower leg. Hopefully this playlist will help you kzbin.info/aero/PLAkJbMrHyKjP470frDXaGDv2XrtEqPEUx

[@angelinolivapresanashiny1668]

I always tiptoe while I sit... Is that a problem... I feel uncomfortable to keep my feet flat on the floor. But I can do squats without tiptoeing

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Doesn’t sound like that interferes with your daily life

[@angelinolivapresanashiny1668]

Yeah

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@angelinolivapresanashiny1668 Good

[@dawncoleman482]

hi my autistic daughter toptoe walks like a ballerina full toe. since she took her first step. shes 14 soon. and my youngest son autistic who is 8 also does it but not as much. is there anything I can do for him now early on before he gets as severe as his sister who has to use a wheelchair

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Hopefully this playlist gives you lots of ideas

[@ashleybaldwin8753]

Hi Dawn my daughter has been toe walking like a ballerina fulltime since she was born aswell and is now 7 almost 8. Do you mind if I ask if your daughter has to use a wheelchair due to the toe walking or is it due to something else?

[@kauaireed9006]

Amy what afo brace would you suggest?

[@pediatricPTexercises]

Unfortunately, the answer depends on the results of the assessment of the child. For some children I recommend toe walking SMO‘s, for some I recommend night braces, for some I recommend flexible back orthotics. I really like Cascade orthotics.

[@kauaireed9006]

@@pediatricPTexercises Thanks,

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@kauaireed9006 You are welcome. Sorry it could not be more specific

[@angelinolivapresanashiny1668]

My sister use to walk like number 2.. it's not a problem to lead a normal life right?

[@pediatricPTexercises]

I think you have to watch if that gets better or worse over time.

[@angelinolivapresanashiny1668]

Okay Amy

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@angelinolivapresanashiny1668 She might need to stretch particularly during times of growth spurts

[@angelinolivapresanashiny1668]

She's about 15-16 years old Amy

[@pediatricPTexercises]

@@angelinolivapresanashiny1668 Then definitely keep an eye on her and see a PT or an MD if you have questions