Differential Diagnosis: Basal Ganglia: Parkinson's Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Sensation
A
Not affected
2
Q
Tone
A
Lead-Pipe Rigidity: Increased Uniform Resistance
Cogwheel Rigidity: Increased, ratchet like resistance
3
Q
Reflexes
A
Normal or decreased
4
Q
Strength
A
Due to disuse weakness in chronic stage
5
Q
Involuntary movements
A
Resting Tremor
6
Q
Voluntary Movements Impairments
A
Bradykinesia: Slowness of movement
Akinesia: Absence of movement
7
Q
Postural Control
A
Impaired: Stooped (flexed)
Impaired Balance
8
Q
Gait
A
Impaired: Shuffling/Festinating Gait
