Motor neuron lesions

December 08, 2018  AkraMania  

Motor neuron lesions


Signs of an upper motor neuron lesion include:-

  • Weakness
  • Increased reflexes
  • Increased tone (spasticity)
  • Mild atrophy
  • An up-going plantar response (Babinski reflex)
  • Clonus

Signs of a lower motor neuron lesion include:-

  • Atrophy
  • Weakness
  • Fasciculation's
  • Decreased reflexes
  • Decreased tone

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