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Why do Autistic people toe walk? There are real physiological reasons caused by the neuromuscular system. It isn't just a "quirk."Many of you have asked abou...
https://psychcentral.com/autism/walking-on-tiptoes-autism#autism-and-toe-walking
The vestibular system, which involves the inner ear and central nervous system (CNS), is what gives your body a sense of:
If the system isn’t working correctly, you can have difficulties with coordination and balance.
so if im understanding correctly, autism can cause a messed up sense of ballance and spacial orientation, which in turn can lead to toe walking
Not quite, it can although be your formulation. Autists have more frequently as co-occurence a differently functioning vestibular system.
But, it can be stimming as well. The sensation of toe walking can help resynch the brain.