Landau Reflex
The Landau reflex falls into a special category. Because it is not present at birth, it really can’t be called a “primitive reflex.” As it does not remain with us for life, it isn’t a postural reflex either. It acts as a “between” reflex or a bridge, helping a baby pass from one stage to another.
The Landau reflex appears at about four weeks after birth and then is slowly integrated until it is fully integrated by three and a half years. When the baby lifts its head up, the entire trunk flexes.
If the Landau remain present, there may be difficulty with short-term memory, back pain, awkward movements, low tone (hypotonia) and more.
The Landau reflex appears at about four weeks after birth and then is slowly integrated until it is fully integrated by three and a half years. When the baby lifts its head up, the entire trunk flexes.
If the Landau remain present, there may be difficulty with short-term memory, back pain, awkward movements, low tone (hypotonia) and more.