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My child has a very floppy body — should I be worried?
A very floppy body (low muscle tone or hypotonia) is worth checking, but it is a sign, not a diagnosis — causes range from benign to medical. Book a doctor-led developmental check soon, and seek urgent care if feeding, breathing or sudden weakness is involved. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Read the answer AnswerWhat does it mean if my child has a very floppy body?
A "floppy" body means lower-than-usual muscle tone (hypotonia) — a finding, not a diagnosis, with many possible causes, most of which respond well to early support. A developmental check helps identify the reason; sudden floppiness with poor feeding, weak cry or breathing difficulty needs prompt medical review. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Read the answer AnswerWhat should I do if my child has a very floppy body?
A very floppy body (low muscle tone or hypotonia) deserves a prompt paediatric check rather than waiting — and urgent care if it comes on suddenly or with breathing, feeding or alertness problems. After medical review, physiotherapy and occupational therapy help build strength and milestones. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
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