Disorders of Postural Tone in Kinesiology Course
Gain expertise in assessing and managing infant hypotonia through early physiotherapy. Identify causes, establish SMART goals, implement handling and positioning strategies, monitor progress, and spot referral red flags to enhance motor development and functional outcomes in infants.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical guide to assessing and managing infant hypotonia in kinesiology. You will learn neurophysiology, motor milestones, and tone regulation, then practise history taking, physical exams, and standardised tools. Develop short-term treatment plans, sensory handling techniques, family coaching, outcome tracking, and red flag recognition for prompt referrals.
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Develop skills
- Diagnose infant hypotonia by identifying central, peripheral, and systemic causes promptly.
- Conduct structured tone assessments using hands-on techniques and leading paediatric tools.
- Create early physiotherapy plans with SMART goals for head control and midline orientation over 4-6 weeks.
- Use practical handling methods including positioning, sensory stimulation, and equipment to improve tone.
- Track progress, document outcomes, and recognise red flags for timely specialist referrals.
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