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Physical Examinations III
Motor Function Assessment Basics
Description
Motor function assessment begins with careful observation. Abnormal motor findings can appear in many diseases, including movement disorders, myopathies, and strokes. The clinician first watches how the patient walks into the exam area. They also note walking without help, speed, and coordination while moving.
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Transcript
Nuestro sistema nervioso motor es responsable de la generación y control de los movimientos voluntarios e involuntarios. Anormalidades en la función motora pueden ser asociadas con una amplia gama de enfermedades, trastornos del movimiento y miopatías a trazos.
Dependiendo del sitio de la lesión, l...
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