10 Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #8: Hypotonia
Hypotonia refers to low muscle tone causing the muscles to be abnormally relaxed or “floppy”. These hypotonic muscles can lead to difficulties with movements. It can also be exhausting as more effort is required to reach milestones such as crawling and standing. It is important to note that hypotonia does not mean that there is lack in strength but rather a neurologic impairment.
Children with hypotonia have trouble with instability. Some issues they may face include poor head control, lax ligaments or joints, difficulty breathing, delayed motor skills, impaired mobility, poor balance, and difficulty sitting or standing. One of the most effective options for managing patients with hypotonia are custom made braces.
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