Toddler frequently falling when walking and running

 
I have a 3 1/2 year old grandson who falls a lot when walking and running and he also has trouble stepping up on small steps without falling.  His younger brother who is 2 can run circles around him and has no problem stepping up on steps by himself at all.  He has seen a chiropractor 3 or 4 times and it helps some, but it doesn't last.  The chiropractor said his hip was out of place.  I am concerned about this and wondered of we should take him to an orthopedic specialist and have this checked out.  When he walks, it seems that his right hip is stiff and turns in a little as he steps.  He also walks flat footed.  I would appreciate your advice.  I tried sending this through your web page, but my internet connection wouln't let it go.  Thanks for your help.


                        I think he definitely ought to see an orthopedic surgeon who will probably want an ultrasound and/or X-ray of the hips. If nothing structural is found then a physiotherapist should be involved (the orthopod can arrange a referral) to check out the muscles in his legs.(what age was he when he started to walk independently?).
Please get back to me to tell me what is found and I can give you more information about the condition and I would be very interested to hear about the findings.