Dermatomes Flashcards

1
Q

How would you test a L1 dermatome

A

Greater trochanter across quad to groin

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2
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How would you test L2 dermatome

A

Same as L1 just slightly lower

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3
Q

How would you test L3 dermatome

A

Half way down outside of quad across to top of the knee

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4
Q

How would you test L4 dermatome

A

Medial calf down to medial melleolus

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5
Q

How would you test L5 dermatome

A

Lateral aspect of calf across shin and down to big toe

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6
Q

How would you test S1 dermatome

A

Sole of the foot up Achilles and up calf

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7
Q

How would you test S2 dermatome

A

Up hamstrings

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