Week 3 Clinical Applications of the Spine Flashcards by Bonnie Diep | Brainscape

Q

What spinal cord segments are tested with Deep tendon reflexes?

A

C5 Biceps
C6 brachioradialis
C7 Triceps
L4 Patellar
S1 Achilles

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What is caudal equina syndrome?

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results from loss of central spinal canal space
symptoms: saddle anesthesia, sensorimotor deficits, bladder/bowel retention/incontinence
treatment: surgical emergency. Decompress spinal canal asap
from disc herniation most commonly, tumor, epidural hematoma, epidural abscess

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