Question
A two-year-old child began to walk on their toes after waking up. After a hospital examination, no abnormalities were found. What is this condition, and how should it be treated?
Answer
It is a normal part of development for a child around one year old to walk on their toes during the early stages of learning to walk. This is because as children begin to learn how to walk, their body coordination and sense of ground contact are still developing. They may walk on their toes as a way to adapt to different surfaces and shoes. This behavior usually disappears naturally as the child adapts to walking and improves their body coordination. If the child continues to walk on their toes, it is advisable to consult a pediatrician for further evaluation and guidance.