An asymmetrical tonic neck reflex ATNR looks like a baby’s “fencer” pose. Turn the head and the arm and leg on that side straighten while the opposite side bends. Past infancy, that pattern shouldn’t show up during movement. If it does, every head turn can trigger extra firing in the pec and biceps on the turned side, pulling the shoulders forward and feeding poor posture 👀💪 What to watch for. When the head turns, the arms should stay stable without “dropping out.” If flexion kicks in, that li

Screen Time That Helps: Working on the ATNR Reflex 📺🧠 For kids on the spectrum or little ones who might find traditional crawling exercises tricky, we’ve got a creative solution! How to Work on the ATNR Reflex: 1️⃣ Choose a visual distraction – an iPad or screen is handy 🐾🌀 2️⃣ Place your child in the ATNR crawl position (or seated if needed). 3️⃣ Slowly pan the screen side to side while they track it with their head and eyes. 💡 Why It Works: This activity helps the brain and body work toge

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