Toe Walking in Children
Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics | Vol 7 | Issue 2 | Jul-Dec 2022 | page: 09-11 | Atul Bhaskar
DOI: 10.13107/jcorth.2022.v07i02.511
Author: Dr. Atul Bhaskar [1]
[1] Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Holy Spirit Hospital, Dr RN Cooper Hospital & HBT Medical College, Mumbai,
India.
Address of Correspondence
Dr. Atul Bhaskar,
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Holy Spirit Hospital, Dr RN Cooper Hospital & HBT Medical College, Mumbai,
India.
E-mail: arb_25@yahoo.com
Abstract
Toe walking pattern of gait is often seen in toddlers and can persist into early childhood. A detailed assessment is warranted in children that presents after 5 years of age with persistent TW. Treatment varies from simple reassurance and physiotherapy to orthotics, casting and sometimes surgery. Prognosis of surgery is good in select cases.
Keywords: Toe Walking, Idiopathic, Neurology, Treatment
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