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Understanding the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)
The Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR) is a primitive reflex present at birth, where turning a baby’s head to one side causes the arm and leg on that side to extend while the opposite limbs flex. This reflex plays a crucial role in early motor development, aiding in birth, hand-eye coordination, and movement skills. ATNR typically integrates by **4–6 months**, but if it persists, it may lead to developmental challenges such as poor coordination, learning difficulties, and motor skill delays. Addressing retained ATNR through targeted exercises and therapy can help improve motor function and overall development.
Understanding Primitive Reflexes: What They Are and Why They Matter?
Primitive reflexes are crucial for early brain development, laying the foundation for future learning and growth. Understanding them helps caregivers support a child’s development. If concerns arise, consulting a specialist is recommended.
Healthy Spine Checklist
Take stock of your spinal health by going through our quick Healthy Spine checklist
CREATING A POSITIVE SELF IMAGE IN CHILDREN
With all the media messages surrounding our children, it’s amazing that they grow up to be healthy. And children today are exposed to more media messages than ever before. They watch more television, see more music videos and advertisements and they play more video...
CREATING HEALTHY HABITS FOR LIFE
One of the best ways to prepare your children for a long and healthy life is to get them started early with their own healthy habits. This is best taught by example. When the entire family practices healthy habits, they’re more likely to stick with your children for...
BACK TO SCHOOL
As children return to school this January, it is important that parents of school-aged children look at the quality and fit of their child’s backpack, as heavy, incorrectly fitted and badly packed school backpacks can lead to spinal health problems as your child...
10 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD MAKE FITNESS YOUR PRIORITY
We all know about certain benefits of exercising – above all, that it’s good for us. But this isn’t always enough to get us motivated into actually doing it. If you’re looking for a little inspiration to get started then here are 10 reasons why exercise can improve...
How Parents Can Help Raise Super Healthy Kids
How Parents Can Help Raise Super Healthy Kids The focus on health and fitness has increased in the past few decades, and it’s not because humans are healthier than ever and want to be even healthier. It is the fact that 2/3 of Americans are either overweight or obese....