Is sitting in the W position harmful?

Sitting in the W-position too often may create tight muscles in the legs and hips. If the muscles are tight, they may inhibit normal motion, affecting your child’s developing coordination and balance. The muscles that are affected include the hamstrings, hip adductors, and the Achilles tendon.Click to see full answer. Likewise, people ask, why is the W sit bad?The W-sitting position causes stress on the hip and knee joints which can lead to long-term postural problems and low back pain. Long-term W-sitting can tighten and shorten the muscles of the legs which can cause ‘pigeon-toed’ walking.Also, when should I be worried about W sitting? The child’s knees may be close to touching or may be splayed apart. Parents and therapists usually notice children W-sitting between ages 3 to 6, but you may also observe it with younger or older children. People also ask, is the W position dangerous? Many parents have heard the phrase “W sitting” and that it is “bad” for their child to sit this way. It is very common (and normal) for kids to move in and out of this position when playing on the floor. Problems from this position arise when the child sits in that way for an extended period of time.Can adults w sit?Most children W-sit because the shape of their bones allows it and it is comfortable for them. They are not at risk. Eventually, most children’s bones change as they mature and they can no longer sit like this as adults.