Early intervention is an umbrella term covering many different services funded by a variety of public and private sources. Available services are determined by each locality. The plan is ongoing and meets the changing needs of each child. Through collaboration, the team discusses priorities and alternatives and chooses the services that will best meet the needs of each child and family. Early collaborative intervention for the hypotonic child is essential.
Supportive treatment helps children meet their developmental milestones.
The need for physical, occupational and speech therapy is evaluated on an individual basis. Physical and occupational therapists work to overcome the gross and fine motor delays caused by low tone. Speech therapists work on speech delays and feeding difficulties. Educators are involved in the essential work of encouraging cognitive development. Collaboration between family members, educators and health care professionals is essential for children with hypotonia.