patient may be having. Therapy for infants and young children may also include sensory stimulation programs. A physical therapist may recommend an ankle/foot orthosis to help the patient compensate for weak lower leg muscles. Toddlers and children with speech difficulties may benefit greatly by using sign language. Terminology The term hypotonia comes from the Ancient Greek and , from . Other terms for the condition include: See also Hypertonia References Further reading External links Hypotonia – Medline Plus Cerebral palsy types Symptoms and signs: Nervous system Pediatrics Syndromes