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Upper motor neuron lesion
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Symptoms
Changes in muscle performance can be broadly described as the upper motor neuron syndrome. These changes vary depending on the site and the extent of the lesion, and may include:- Muscle weakness.GPNOTEBOOK, -261423104, upper motor neurone signs, known as 'pyramidal weakness'
- Decreased control of active movement, particularly slowness
- Spasticity, a velocity-dependent change in muscle tone
- Clasp-knife response where initial higher resistance to movement is followed by a lesser resistance
- Babinski sign is present, where the big toe is raised (extended) rather than curled downwards (flexed) upon appropriate stimulation of the sole of the foot. The presence of the Babinski sign is an abnormal response in adulthood. Normally, during the plantar reflex, it causes plantar flexion and the adduction of the toes. In Babinski's sign, there is dorsiflexion of the big toe and abduction of the other toes. Physiologically, it is normally present in infants from birth to 12 months. The presence of the Babinski sign after 12 months is the sign of a non-specific upper motor neuron lesion.
- Increased deep tendon reflex (DTR)
- Pronator driftWEB,weblink The Precise Neurological Exam, 2009-11-28,
Corticospinal/pyramidal tract
These are the neural tracts which descend in the ventral horn of the spinal cord, carrying signals for voluntary movement of skeletal muscle. From their origin in the primary motor cortex, these nerves pass via the corona radiata to gather in the internal capsule before crossing over to the opposite side (decussation) in the medullary pyramids and proceeding down the spinal cord to meet lower motor neurons in the anterior grey column.Diagnosis
During an exam, your doctor will look for signs of a nervous system problem by checking your:- Balance and coordination
- Movement
- Hearing, speech, and vision
- Memory and concentration
Tests for diagnosis
- Nerve conduction study
- Spinal tap or lumbar puncture
- Nerve biopsy
Treatment
stimulationPhysiotherapySee also
References
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