UMN Flashcards
1
Q
Negative features of UMN
A
Paresis, paralysis, fatigue, loss of dexterity
2
Q
Wrist flexed and adducted
A
Flexor carpi radialis
3
Q
Hand finger flexion clenched fist thumb adducted in palm
A
FDP adductor pollicis brevis, flexor pollicis brevis
4
Q
Toes claws
A
MTP flexed Tarsometatarsal ext : long toes flexors
5
Q
UMN, STRENGTH
A
Corticospinal C/L if above decussation above medulla, IL if below
6
Q
Mm bulk of UMNL
A
disuse, widespread antigravity mm variable
7
Q
mm bulk ofLMNL
A
neurogenic focal distribution severe wasting rapid
