Understanding the difference between low muscle tone and retained primitive reflexes is key to supporting a child’s motor, sensory, and developmental progress. Low muscle tone (hypotonia) affects strength and endurance, while retained reflexes influence coordination, posture, and emotional regulation. Because the two can look similar—poor posture, fatigue, clumsiness, or delayed motor milestones—it’s important to identify which one is present (or if both are). With proper assessment, parents and therapists can choose targeted exercises, reflex integration work, or strength-building strategies to help the child thrive.
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