High muscle tone in newborns may be a normal physiological phenomenon that does not affect intelligence, but it may also be caused by abnormal conditions, such as encephalitis or ischemic-hypoxic encephalopathy, which may have an impact on intelligence.
Newborn babies’ nerves and body organs are not yet well developed, and the central nervous system’s ability to control the muscles is relatively weak, so it is easy to lead to high muscle tone, which is a normal physiological phenomenon, and usually does not need special treatment, and with the growth of the baby’s age, the situation will be improved, and it will not affect intelligence.
However, if the newborn is due to encephalitis or ischemic-hypoxic encephalopathy and other abnormalities caused by high muscle tone, it may lead to neurological deficits, thus affecting intelligence, and mental retardation occurs. It may also lead to limited mobility and impaired vision.
Newborns with high muscle tone are advised to go to regular hospitals for a clear diagnosis, and if it is caused by abnormalities, they need to follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, so as not to affect the healthy development of the baby.