Parents warned against using children’s exercise jumpers and baby walkers as they can cause ‘baby’s leg muscles to become tight’ and ‘require them to have treatment, like casting or even surgery’

Experts have issued a stark warning against the use of baby walkers [Getty]

A campaign launched by the Child Accident Prevention Foundation of Australia (Kidsafe) and South Australia Health has warned parents against the use of baby walkers and exercise jumpers for children.

The warning comes following concerns about a baby’s developments when they use such devices.

SA Health’s Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Nicola Spurrier said: “Excessive time in walkers and jumpers …