7 Incredible Benefits of Crawling When your little one starts crawling, it feels like a monumental moment—and it is! Crawling is much more than a baby’s first taste of independence; it’s also a critical developmental milestone that sets the stage for future skills. If you’ve ever wondered why crawling is so important, you’re in the…| Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy
As a parent or caregiver you may be questioning, “Why is my child’s therapist working on crawling when they can walk?” Or, “Why are we working on core strength when I am concerned my child is toe-walking?” The Role of Physical Therapists in Child Development As physical therapists our job is to examine and evaluate…| Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Understanding and Improving In-Toeing In-toeing, sometimes called being “pigeon-toed,” is when a child walks or runs with their toes pointing inward. This often happens because of a natural rotation in the hip, knee, or foot. In many cases, in-toeing improves on its own as a child grows and their bones develop. While in-toeing is usually…| Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy