Muscle tone is the minimum tension, which persists in a state of relaxation and rest. This means that even in a dream the muscles of the child are slightly reduced. In the womb of the mother, the baby, in order to fit in the uterus, is in the fetal position, and his muscles are in great strain. When a child is born, the tonus of his muscles gradually weakens. And only to two years the muscle tone approaches to the adult. However, most infants have problems with muscular tension. Reduced tone in newborns, or hypotension, is one of the most common pathologies. Its causes are prematurity of the baby, delay in the development of his brain, stress and complications in pregnant with bearing, deterioration of the environment.
Reduced tonus in the child: symptoms
This violation is usually easily recognized in the hospital. With weakness of the muscles, the baby is sluggish, occasionally moves the limbs, and later starts to hold the head. In general, the newborn looks limp. He sleeps a lot and cries occasionally. If you put the crumb on your back, unbend and spread the legs in different directions, there will be no resistance. The weak tonus of the muscles in the child is indicated by the lack of flexion of the arms under the breast when laid on the stomach.
Reduced muscle tone in a child: treatment
If you or a doctor has found a hypotension, you need to take action. After a violation of tone without treatment can lead to a delay in physical development. You should consult a neurologist and an orthopedist. Sometimes prescribed medication. However, massage with reduced tone is especially effective. The session is usually held in the daytime, one hour after feeding. A stimulating massage with activating action is shown. Cope with a violation of muscle tone will also help regular classes on a large air ball.
In general, constant massage courses and exercise therapy normalize the tone.