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What is the primary purpose of tenodesis grasp for patients with tetraplegia?
What is the primary purpose of tenodesis grasp for patients with tetraplegia?
- To improve finger extension
- To support wrist extension (correct)
- To strengthen finger flexion
- To enhance wrist flexion
In the context of spinal cord injury, what role does tenodesis grasp play in initial acute management?
In the context of spinal cord injury, what role does tenodesis grasp play in initial acute management?
- Assisting with grip release (correct)
- Enhancing finger flexion
- Strengthening wrist extension
- Improving finger extension
How does functional mobility training contribute to recovery in patients with ASIA C or D spinal cord injury?
How does functional mobility training contribute to recovery in patients with ASIA C or D spinal cord injury?
- By reducing neuroplasticity
- By minimizing the role of compensatory strategies
- By aiming to restore as much function as possible (correct)
- By focusing on motor control over strength
What is the potential impact of deep brain stimulation (DBS) on mood according to the text?
What is the potential impact of deep brain stimulation (DBS) on mood according to the text?
Why do they recommend targeting the GPi for DBS in Parkinson's disease (PD) treatment?
Why do they recommend targeting the GPi for DBS in Parkinson's disease (PD) treatment?
What does the PDQ-39 measure, as mentioned in the text?
What does the PDQ-39 measure, as mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) in PD rehabilitation assessment, based on the text?
What is the purpose of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) in PD rehabilitation assessment, based on the text?
What is the main focus of the exercises mentioned for Parkinson's disease?
What is the main focus of the exercises mentioned for Parkinson's disease?
Which exercise aims to improve transition efficiency during functional activities in Parkinson's disease?
Which exercise aims to improve transition efficiency during functional activities in Parkinson's disease?
In the context of spinal cord injury, what is the function of the lateral corticospinal tract?
In the context of spinal cord injury, what is the function of the lateral corticospinal tract?
How many dermatomes are present on each side of the body according to the text?
How many dermatomes are present on each side of the body according to the text?
What is the main purpose of standardizing testing for specific points in spinal cord injury?
What is the main purpose of standardizing testing for specific points in spinal cord injury?
What category of spinal cord injury results in both lower limb deficit?
What category of spinal cord injury results in both lower limb deficit?
What is the gold standard treatment for PD?
What is the gold standard treatment for PD?
What is the purpose of monoamine oxidase type B inhibitors (MAOB inhibitors) in PD medical management?
What is the purpose of monoamine oxidase type B inhibitors (MAOB inhibitors) in PD medical management?
What is the effect of wearing off in PD medical management?
What is the effect of wearing off in PD medical management?
What is a negative prognostic indicator in PD?
What is a negative prognostic indicator in PD?
What is the purpose of ablative surgery in PD management?
What is the purpose of ablative surgery in PD management?
What is the mean survival after initial diagnosis in primary PD?
What is the mean survival after initial diagnosis in primary PD?
What is the primary benefit of deep brain stimulation in surgical management of PD?
What is the primary benefit of deep brain stimulation in surgical management of PD?
What characterizes the 'off' state in Parkinson's disease?
What characterizes the 'off' state in Parkinson's disease?
What can result from missing occasional doses of medication in the early stages of PD?
What can result from missing occasional doses of medication in the early stages of PD?
What is a potential side effect of levodopa usage?
What is a potential side effect of levodopa usage?
Which neurosurgical procedure involves implanting electrodes into different locations of the brain?
Which neurosurgical procedure involves implanting electrodes into different locations of the brain?
What can help mitigate side effects of L-DOPA usage particularly in those presenting with reduced response to oral intake?
What can help mitigate side effects of L-DOPA usage particularly in those presenting with reduced response to oral intake?
