Testing for a retained Moro Reflex can be difficult with a very young or disabled person. This is an alternative test you can use to test for the Moro Reflex or Startle Reflex.
Start by having the child lay on the ground with their palms down. Lift their head off the ground and quickly lower it to ilicit a Startle Reflex. If they have a retained Moro Reflex, they may do one or all of the following:
- Jump
- Flip their palms over.
- Heave their chest for a few seconds.
Warning: Consult their physician before doing this test if there is a chance it may be unsafe for them. For example, if they have a seizure disorder, neck problems, etc.
Be sure to check out our other Moro Reflex test . Also, our other Primitive Reflex tests and exercises.
If a Moro Reflex is present, it can contribute to:
- Easily Distracted
- Hypersensitive to sensory stimuli like light and sound and touch.
- Over sensitivity to motion causing car sickness
- Or under sensitivity to sensory stimuli
- Overreacts
- Impulsive and aggressive
- Emotional immaturity
- Withdrawn or timid and shy
- ADD
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum
- Asperger’s
- Sensory Disorders
- Difficulty making friends
- Depression
- Dyslexia
- Health Problems
- Allergies and Asthma
- Anger or Emotional Outbursts
- Poor Balance and Coordination
- Poor Digestion and Food Sensitivities
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