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What are Common Motor Disorders in Neonates?

Several motor disorders can affect neonates, including:
Cerebral Palsy - A group of disorders affecting movement, muscle tone, and posture due to abnormal brain development or damage.
Hypotonia - Also known as "floppy baby syndrome," it is characterized by decreased muscle tone.
Hypertonia - Increased muscle tone that makes it difficult for infants to move their limbs freely.
Erb’s Palsy - A type of brachial plexus injury resulting in weakness or paralysis of the arm.

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