The determination of the level of muscle tone from 0-6 months of age can be judged by the holding position and the way of movement, etc. However, the determination of muscle tone is a very professional diagnostic content and must be judged by a professional doctor.
Myotonia refers to the degree of muscle tension at rest. The main function of myotonia is to maintain the body’s posture and normal movement.
Hypertonia refers to the tightness of muscles at rest or in a relaxed state, and is mainly seen in central nervous system injuries (brain and spinal cord).
Children with hypertonia have a feeling of rigidity and resistance when picked up, and tend to have asymmetrical and abnormal postures at rest, and fewer rigid movements during active movement.
Children with hypertonia are more easily provoked and have difficulty rolling over and lifting their head normally, and should be recognized early and treated with active intervention.
Whether the muscle tone is normal or not needs to be judged by professional doctors, suspected that infants with muscle tone problems need to consult a doctor in a timely manner, standardized diagnosis and treatment.