Child Motor Skills

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My daughter is just 2 months shy of her 3rd birthday. She began walking at a VERY early 10 months and since then has had some issues with her toes pointing inward. Our pediatrician asked us to wait out therapy on the basis that most kids' legs fix themselves. For the most part, it did self correct a lot, however she does still turn it when running. We have enrolled her in ballet and gymnastics to help build strength in the muscles and hips. Both of those teachers have pointed out her toes coming in toward the center, or even when she sits with her legs apart her knees pointing inside instead of on top. Should we still wait and see what happens since the condition has improved? Or is it time to seek some help from a therapist?

This is an excellent Orthopaedic website that explains "in-toeing" in young children.  I think you will find all your answers there and if not I would consult a local orthopaedist to answer any further questions you have or to evaluate your daughter in person. Unless your daughter is tripping and falling frequently or having pain associated with her toes pointing inward, then as your pediatrician stated this condition does seem to correct itself on its own without therapy, bracing, casting or surgical intervention.

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