ATNR Reflex in Babies: When It Integrates and How to Support It

The Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR) is a crucial reflex present at birth, helping with early movements and visual tracking. Ideally, it integrates by 6 months, but if retained, it can affect hand-eye coordination, reading, writing, and even balance. Children with an unintegrated ATNR may struggle with crossing midline, tracking objects, or coordinating both sides of their body. The good news? Play-based activities can support ATNR integration in a fun and natural way! #ThespeechclinicDubai

What Is Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex And Its Causes

Devi Physiotherapy || Dr Jignesh Rajput (PT) || Ahemdabad 🌟 on Instagram: "ATNR Reflex Explained + 3 Exercises to Integrate It 👶🧠 Today we demonstrated the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR) — a primitive reflex that should integrate naturally in early childhood. When it doesn’t, it may affect balance, posture, coordination, handwriting, reading, and overall body awareness. In this post/video, I shared: 🔹 What ATNR looks like 🔹 How it affects movement 🔹 3 corrective exercises to help in