AUTISM AND TOE-WALKING
Children who walk on their toes are more likely to have autism than other forms of developmental delay, according to a study published in January in The Journal of Child Neurology. Many studies of children with autism report problems with gait, or alignment while walking. Of these, one of the most commonly
described is persistent to toe walking — for longer than three months after learning to walk — and tight heel cords, which restrict ankles to a 90 degree angle. Children with autism should have their gait examined by a doctor as soon as possible.
described is persistent to toe walking — for longer than three months after learning to walk — and tight heel cords, which restrict ankles to a 90 degree angle. Children with autism should have their gait examined by a doctor as soon as possible.