Question 1

what is floppy baby syndrome and how is it treated?

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Motor delay: These babies are hypotonic i.e. They have poor muscle tone they consequently have delayed motor milestones. Intense physical and or occupational therapy is in order.

Question 2

floppy baby syndrome. what is it?

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Nonspecific observtn: "floppy baby" is a nonspecific term used to describe an infant whose muscle tone is diminished.Tone is like the stretchy of a rubber band, when weak, decreased tone prevents babies from maintaining their posture. This implies a disturbance, anywhere from the brain down to the nerve or muscle. Some conditions with low tone include:down syndrome, brain injury, spinal muscular atrophy, prader-willi synd.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: floppy baby?

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Hypotonia: Also known as hypotonia (low muscle tone) in infancy. The low muscle tone can be caused by a variety of conditions and is often indicative of the presence of an underlying central nervous system disorder, genetic disorder, or muscle disorder.

Question 4

how would floppy baby syndrome affect a person later on in life?

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Some Physical Change: These children sometimes have to work harder to acheive good muscle tone and strength which certainly may affect sports and such skills.Also one has to be sure that there are no other associated medical issues.

Question 5

is limp baby the same thing as floppy baby?

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Roughly the same: Usually, floppy/limp refers to a baby whose muscle tone is unusually low.  This has a wide variety of causes and needs evaluation by a specialist (neurology and/or developmentalist).

Question 6

could floppy larynx in babies cause female adam's apples?

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Doubtful: I have never heard of that. A floppy larynx is because the cartilage is still soft and it hardens with time- appropriately. I have never heard of any correlation to female adams apple.

Question 7

is floppiness after legs falling asleep a sign of a nerve condition?

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Legs/arms falling: Asleep are from pressure on nerves or decreased blood flow, in that order. Numbness and tingling from nerve pressure is common during sleep when we don't move much.  The numbness etc is temporary malfunction of the sensory part of the nerve. Temporary floppieness is a malfunction of the signals sent from the spine to the muscles.  As long as its temporary, it's normal.

Question 8

my premature baby is now at 8 weeks adjusted age. he has clenched fists and curled toes most of the time, he is stiff yet floppy should i worry yet?

Accepted Answer

Mgt/workup: I would recommend reviewing his NICU records with your provider. If there was a Head Ultrasound it may reveal findings which can contribute to developmental delay. I would suggest a referral to child development and Neurology so that they can make an assessment. 
Premature infants experience 'catch up' growth and development and you may see improvement as the baby grows and matures.

Question 9

exercises for a floppy hand in newborns?

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Stimulation for baby: Place objects in hand, big enough not to present a choking hazard, encourage baby to reach for and grasp objects, soft toys.

Question 10

how to fix my floppy ear cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Ear cartilage: Were you born with the condition, or was it acquired thru injury? A plastic surgeon or ENT specialist should be able to evaluate the problem & offer you options for treatment.

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