motor examination

How do you assess muscle tone?

Muscle tone can be assessed by passively moving the patient’s limbs and noting any resistance or rigidity. Conditions like spasticity (increased muscle tone) or flaccidity (decreased muscle tone) can indicate underlying neurological issues.

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