Clinical Neurology and NeuroSurgery Flashcards

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What are the main differences between Rigidity and Spasticity?

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Rigidity: Tone increased throughout movement on joint dimension
Spasticity: Brief increased tone on initial movement before declining

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What are some common stroke mimics?

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Migraine, Todd’s Paralysis, Hypoglycaemia

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What condition can cause increased reflex area?

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Spinal Cord Meningioma

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How can a stroke be defined?

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Sudden onset of any neurological symptom

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