What Is Delayed Gross Motor Development in Babies?
Disease description:
My baby is over five months old, but his head control while held upright is particularly unstable. What is delayed gross motor development in infants?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Weiling
Delayed gross motor development in infants is often caused by delayed neurological development. This may result from conditions such as preterm birth, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, or being conceived via in vitro fertilization (IVF). All of these factors can contribute to delayed gross motor development. Therefore, it is recommended to seek prompt medical evaluation at a hospital. Based on the diagnostic findings, appropriate rehabilitation therapy should be initiated. Earlier initiation of rehabilitation—ideally at a younger age—generally leads to better outcomes.
