Question

A concerned mother brings her 18-month-old son who is not yet walking independently. He crawls well, pulls to stand and cruises along furniture but will not walk unaided. Development in other domains is normal. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Arrange early developmental assessment and physiotherapy

Answer

Reassure and review at age 3 years

Answer

Order urgent MRI brain

Answer

Start antispasticity medication

Answer

Ignore parental concern

Practice question

A concerned mother brings her 18-month-old son who is not yet walking independently. He crawls well, pulls to stand and cruises along furniture but will not walk unaided. Development in other domains is normal. What is the most appropriate management?