Why Do So Many Autistic People Toe Walk? 🌟  

Why Do So Many Autistic People Toe Walk? 🌟

In a recent study, 68% of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder report experiencing walking changes. Those with sensitive nervous systems, such as people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, or giftedness are also reported to be prone to toe walking.

Let’s break it down! Toe walking often happens because of a posture misalignment, and here's where it gets fascinating—this misalignment is tied to an overactive sympathetic nervous system (the system that handles our fight, flight, or freeze responses).

In a healthy alignment, your pelvis should stay level with the ground. Think of your belt line—it can give you a rough idea of where it should sit. But for people who toe walk, the pelvis tilts forward (called an anterior pelvic tilt), which shifts their weight onto the balls of their feet. This can also create tension in the legs, making the heels lift naturally.

So, where does this misalignment come from? One surprising culprit is nerve tension in the neck! It might seem unrelated, but many neuromuscular issues, even lower back pain, often trace back to the neck.

Here’s the good news: by correcting posture and addressing the underlying nervous system stress, we can make a big difference in movement patterns—helping kids overcome toe walking and thrive!

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