You most probably heard the term low muscle tone from your paediatrician or even a therapist that your child is seeing. Does that mean your child is weak? The answer is NO. It just mean that your child’s muscle tension is low or reduced than an average child. The video below is from Surestep and […]
What is Down Syndrome? A child with Down syndrome has an extra, critical portion of chromosome 21 present in all or some of their cells. This additional genetic material alters the course of development and causes the characteristics associated with Down syndrome. Characteristics A round face with a flat profile and small nose and mouth […]
What is hypotonia? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Hypotonia is a medical term used to describe decreased muscle tone. The condition was first described in 1956 among infants who were termed “floppy infants”. Normally, muscles have a very small amount of contraction that gives them a springy feel and provides some […]
What is Cerebral Palsy? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. CP is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral means having to do with the brain. Palsy means weakness or problems […]
As parents, you won’t forget seeing your child walk for the first time. Those cute and clumsy, awkward steps remains in your memory. Your child’s confidence steadily grows and soon he or she is running everywhere. Toddlers are a curious bunch and often spring onto their tippy toes to catch some of the action that’s […]