Dermatomes, Myotomes, & Reflexes Flashcards
Dermatome: C2
posterior head
Dermatome: C3
posterior lateral neck
Dermatome: C4
acromioclavicular joint
Dermatome: C5
lateral arm
Dermatome: C6
lateral forearm & thumb
Dermatome: C7
palmar distal phalanx of middle finger
Dermatome: C8
little finger & ulnar border of hand
Dermatome: T1
medial forearm
Dermatome: L2
anterior thigh
Dermatome: L3
middle third of anterior thigh
Dermatome: L4
patella & medial malleolus
Dermatome: L5
fibular head & dorsum of foot
Dermatome: S1
lateral & plantar aspect of foot
Dermatome: S2
medial aspect of posterior thigh
Dermatome: S3-S5
perianal area
Dermatome testing procedures (4)
instruct pt. first
occlude vision
compare bilaterally
use cotton/pin for dull/sharp
Myotome Muscle Group: C1
cervical rotation
Myotome Muscle Group: C2
shoulder elevation
Myotome Muscle Group: C5-C6
biceps/elbow flexors
Myotome Muscle Group: C6
wrist extensors