Toe Walking reduction Sensory Techniques

Toe walking is fairly common in children 3 years old and younger. It becomes an issue when a 3 year old and older counties to tip toe and may be associated with Nuerological condition that must be tested by certified medical doctor. On the bright side these cases can be treated with noninvasive treatment options such occupational physical and sensory activities.

Underlying causes of toe walking may stem from having increased or decreased sensitivity to the body sensory information. This means that their sensory system is processing sensation differently making difficult for the child to tolerate sensations on the bottom of his/her feet.

Here are some great Toe Walking reduction Sensory Techniques and tools that may decreases hyper sensitivity to the bottom of the legs.

Toddler weighted Ankle weights are great to provide increase body awareness

Sensory Brushing is great for hypersensitivity to touch-

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Sensory bins, sensory mates and a variety of sensory sensation exposure are great for children who present with hypersensitivity in feet.