Approach to differentiating lesions (motor neuron): Video & Meaning | Osmosis

Upper Motor Neuron Lesion

Abhishek Pundir | Intern⚕️ on Instagram: "👣 Babinski Reflex (Plantar Reflex) in Children 🍼 The Babinski reflex is a primitive neurological reflex where stroking the sole of the foot causes the big toe to dorsiflex (move upward) while the other toes fan out. 📌 Normal in Infants: Present at birth Disappears by 12–24 months as the corticospinal (pyramidal) tract matures Considered a normal developmental reflex in babies ⚠️ Abnormal in Adults & Older Children: Persistence after 2 years of age may

Dr. V. Poornam Naveena on Instagram: "**When you see tongue fasciculations… don’t stop there!** Here’s how to approach it systematically 👇 👅 **1️⃣ Start with the Lower Motor Neuron (LMN) level:** * Fasciculations point towards *LMN involvement*. * Take history for: ▪️ Limb weakness or wasting ▪️ Cramps or twitching elsewhere ▪️ Dysarthria or dysphagia ▪️ Onset and progression — gradual vs rapid 🧩 **Examine for:** ▪️ Tongue atrophy ▪️ Wasting in hands or forearms (split-hand sign) ▪️ Fascicula