* This handout is focused on providing activities for children who toe-walk as a result of mild CP or calf muscle shortening/tightening. The following activities are directed for the use of these …

May 27, 2025 · Strengthening exercises are also important for someone with toe walking to carry out regularly. For example: Activities that strengthen the ankle dorsiflexor are important as …

Whatever the reason your child may choose to or have to walk on their toes, it is important to help them feel the floor with their whole foot and practice a more typical heel-to-toe gait pattern.

Dec 8, 2023 · At home exercises to do with your child to help decrease toe walking. These exercises include sensory tips, strengthening, and other fun ideas.

Apply these 5 toe walking exercises to improve kids walk or any adult who needs balanced and controlled walk after some injury.

Mar 6, 2022 · If you would like to work on toe walking at home, you can try the following exercises to promote a “heel-toe” walking pattern. It is also best to pair these exercises with frequent …

Calf Stretch (Ankle dorsiflexion/plantarflexion): With the child lying on back or seated, hold child’s foot in hand. Apply light pressure flexing foot up towards child’s head. Once you feel …

Does your little one walk on their toes? Have you heard 'they will just outgrow it'? Do you wonder why they are doing it? Well we have answers and activities for you! These pages will give you …

Children like to experiment different ways their legs and feet can help them explore their environment. This includes side stepping, stomping, and YES, walking on toes!

Jan 3, 2025 · Toe walkers—it's something many parents notice, and it’s completely normal to feel a bit concerned. As a pediatric PT, I’ve seen it all, and I'm here to offer some helpful tips! Let’s …