Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
Inhibition of the tonic labyrinthine reflex is a gradual process involving the maturation of other systems. It should be completed by three and a half years of age. If it persists beyond this time, it is sometimes associated with:
- Postural problems, specifically hyper- or hypo-tonus (muscle tone)
- Tendency to walk on the toes
- Poor balance
- Motion sickness
- Orientation and spatial difficulties
- Oculo-motor problems – affecting reading
- Visual-perceptual problems – affecting reading and writing
- Dislike of Physical Education (PE)