Paediatrics
The Paediatric Division is a special interest group within the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Our membership consists of clinicians from all practice settings, students, educators, researchers, physiotherapy assistants and administrators all of whom have a passion for promoting participation and enhancing the lives of children and their families. We are dedicated to provide resources and information for paediatric patients and their families to promote participation and function independence in all aspects of life.
March Knowledge Translation Theme: Hypotonia
Hypotonia – Low Muscle Tone
When we talk about muscle tone, we can define it as the amount of tension or resistance to stretch. Thus, when there is too little tension in a muscle it is called low tone, or hypotonia. A child may be said to have low muscle tone when their muscles are floppy or loose. Children with hypotonia have to work harder to hold themselves up and to move against gravity. Low muscle tone is associated with a variety of paediatric disorders. Children with hypotonia often have muscle weakness, coordination issues and hence delayed motor skills… Read More.
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