Neuromuscular conditions Flashcards
1
Q
Motor neuron- Ventral horn cell
A
LMN (sensory spared)
2
Q
Peripheral nerve
A
radiculopathy- one nerve affected from spine down
Neuropathy- many nerves affected, more in hands/feet
3
Q
Neuromuscular junction/motor end plate
A
where nerve meets muscle
4
Q
Muscle
A
myopathy
5
Q
Neuropathy signs
A
distal
stocking glove
LE before UE
6
Q
Myopathy signs
A
proximal
difficulty standing up
overhead activity
