30. Tackling Low Muscle Tone: Beyond PT & OT

Jul 23, 2024

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the deep neuroscience behind low muscle tone, particularly in relation to autism, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, and other neurological challenges in children. He explains how birth trauma and interventions can lead to hypertonicity in the neck and upper body, which in turn causes low muscle tone in the core. Dr. Tony emphasizes the importance of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care as a missing link in addressing these issues, and how it can enhance the effectiveness of other therapies like PT, OT, and speech therapy.

Key Topics Covered:

[00:01:00] - Discussion on the limitations of current therapies for low muscle tone
[00:02:00] - Introduction of case study: Joseph, a patient with multiple neurological challenges
[00:05:00] - Explanation of the connection between low muscle tone and other neurological issues
[00:12:00] - Description of classic signs of low muscle tone
[00:15:00] - Discussion on endurance issues in children with low muscle tone
[00:18:00] - Explanation of poor oral motor control and its relation to low muscle tone
[00:21:00] - Introduction of the concept of hypertonicity as the root cause of low muscle tone
[00:25:00] - Detailed explanation of the neurological mechanisms behind low muscle tone
[00:29:00] - Discussion on birth trauma as a primary cause of hypertonicity in the neck
[00:32:00] - Explanation of the brainstem as "air traffic control" for bodily functions
[00:39:00] - Description of the two-phase approach in Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care
[00:44:00] - Action steps for parents seeking help for their children
[00:49:00] - Discussion on the long-term benefits of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care

The link to Joseph’s reel referred to on this episode:
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