Hypotonia
April, 20th, 2023
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When lifting someone who has hypotonia, be sure to support the head and neck to avoid causing injury.
Self-care
See a doctor immediately if:
- Injured
- Headache
- Confusion or memory loss
When to seek immediate medical care
Make an appointment to see a doctor if:
- Increased clumsiness and falling
- Tingling, weakness, or pain in hands and feet
- Worsens
- Weakness spreads to other parts of body
, When to make a doctor’s appointment
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