How can I help my baby with hypermobility?

With joint hypermobility syndrome, the muscles must work harder to support the joints – so it’s important to help your child to be strong and fit. So, encourage them to regularly do sport and active play. Also, help them maintain a healthy weight – as being overweight will put extra strain on their joints and muscles.

Can babies with hypermobility walk?

Hypermobile and low tone infants tend to walk a few months later than usual, sometimes as late as 18-20 months. However, unless the infant has another disorder as well, hypermobile babies eventually walk independently.

When do hypermobile babies walk?

Hypermobile infants often start walking a few months later than usual. This can be as late as 18 to 20 months. Choose supportive footwear once they’re up on their feet and walking.

Can a child grow out of hypermobility?

Some children with hypermobility syndrome will eventually grow out of the associated problems as the supporting ligaments get stronger over time.

What is a hypermobile ankle?

This occurs when the connective tissue, or ligaments, are overstretched and not stabilizing the joint the way it is supposed to. Joint hypermobility may be something you were born with, often referred to as “double jointed,” or something that developed following trauma to a joint, such as after repeated ankle sprains.

What are the signs of hypermobility in children?

What are the effects of hypermobility syndrome?

poor posture/sitting between the legs (W-sitting)
muscle weakness and poor endurance.
pain and fatigue e.g. when handwriting.
different gross motor development.
painful joints and muscles which may be acute or chronic.
movement difficulties both gross motor and fine motor.

At what age should a baby put weight on their legs?

Three months to six months At three months this reflex has been replaced and your baby will be starting to put weight through his legs. Naturally, your baby doesn’t have enough strength at this age to stand, so if you hold him in a standing position and put his feet on the floor he’ll sag at the knees.

How do you treat Hypermobile feet?

Managing Joint Hypermobility

Using custom foot orthotics to support and stabilise the feet and legs.
Using braces, guards and strapping to help stabilise the joints during physical activity.
Wearing good, supportive footwear.
Having a good strengthening program to help muscles support and stabilise the joints.