Hypotonia

Tips from survivors: “Even when it felt floppy, I kept moving it—slowly strength started to come back.”

Decreased muscle tone, causing muscles to feel weak or floppy.

Limbs may feel heavy or difficult to control, reduced resistance to movement, and trouble maintaining posture or stability.

Stroke disrupts the brain’s signals to muscles, reducing normal muscle tone and control.

Common in the early stages after stroke, sometimes progressing to increased tone (spasticity) later on.

Physical therapy, strengthening exercises, supportive positioning, and movement practice.

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