Definitions

Hypotonia

When to make a doctor’s appointment

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

Self-care

When lifting someone who has hypotonia, be sure to support the head and neck to avoid causing injury.

When to seek immediate medical care

See a doctor immediately if:

• Injured
• Headache
• Confusion or memory loss

When to make a doctor's appointment

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