Abnormal Synergy Patterns Following Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
UE flexion synergy
A
- scapular retractions/elevation
- shoulder abduction and ER
- elbow flexion
- forearm supination
- wrist and finger flexion
2
Q
What is the generally the strongest components of UE flexion synergy?
A
elbow, wrist, and finger flexion
3
Q
UE extension synergy
A
- scapular pronation
- shoulder adduction and IR
- elbow extension
- forearm pronation
- wrist and finger flexion
4
Q
What is the generally the strongest components of UE extension synergy?
A
shoulder adduction
5
Q
LE flexion synergy
A
- hip flexion and ER
- knee flexion
- ankle DF and inversion
6
Q
LE extension synergy
A
- hip extension, adduction, and IR
- knee extension
- ankle PF and inversion
7
Q
What is the generally the strongest components of LE extension synergy?
A
- hip adduction
- knee extension
- ankle PF
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