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Hypotonia means "muscle tone weakness". Many babies born with hypotonia seem like a ragdoll since they can't hold their heads or bodies steady. This can be a symptom of a nervous system disorder or genetic or muscular disorder (cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy being examples). This is not the same as just weak muscles, it is in response to stimulus and the muscles contract very slowly or not enough. Usually discovered within the first few months of life, the problem requires immediate diagnosis and observation. The underlying cause really dictates how much Doctor's think the baby will be walking. However, I believe in Love and Hope and a generous God who listens to prayer.
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What is the medical term meaning no development of muscle?
Hypotonia is low muscle tone and underdevelopment of the muscles. Other terms for the condition include: Low Muscle Tone Benign Congenital Hypotonia Congenital Hypotonia Congenital Muscle Hypotonia Congenital Muscle Weakness Amyotonia Congenita Floppy Baby Syndrome Infantile Hypotonia
When does hypotonia occur?
When Your Born. You Cannot Develop Hypotonia/
Is Hypotonia contagious at all?
Hypotonia is a disorder in which the muscles are unable to properly stretch. As it is not affected by virus or bacteria, Hypotonia is not contagious at all.
What is the medical term meaning loss of muscle movement?
Means you have little muscle tissue. Actually the medical term you are looking for is: Atonic
Can people with hypotonia have Asperger's Syndrome?
Hypotonia is a term describing the condition of decreased muscle tone, also known as floppy infant syndrome. Some people with Asperger's Syndrome or autism have hypotonia. It is common for people with Asperger's Syndrome and autism to have some motor control or muscular difficulties, but not necessarily hypotonia. There are many conditions that can co-occur with hypotonia, such as Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.
When was Baby Elephant Walk created?
Baby Elephant Walk was created in 1961.
How do you treat hypotonia?
Physical And/Or Occupational Therapy
Does hypotonia mean abnormally decreased muscle function or activity?
Hypotonia means abnormally decreased muscle tone;hypokinesia means abnormally decreased muscle activity.
When can a baby be taken outside for a walk?
once they can walk
Is it bad when a baby doesn't walk at 8 months?
No most baby's walk at 1 years old
Does a baby butterscotch walk?
No
Can baby elephants walk right after birth?
Yes, baby elephants are able to walk as soon as they're born.
