position sense

Positionsensation When the patient closes his eyes, the examiner places his or her limbs in a position that allows the patient to speak where they are placed or to imitate the corresponding limbs on the opposite side. When the patient closes his eyes, the examiner places his or her limb in a posture, allowing the patient to speak the position or to imitate the corresponding limb on the opposite side. During the examination, the patient should state the position of the limb or use the contralateral limb to imitate. Basic Information Specialist Category: Neurological Classification: Other examinations Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Tips: Close your eyes when checking, so choose a fairly flat place. Normal value A normal person can tell where the limb is placed or use the opposite limb to imitate it. Clinical significance Abnormal results: Positional disturbances indicate nerve fibers or brain sensory central lesions that transmit deep sensations. People who need to be examined: patients with deep sensory impairments. Precautions Contraindications before inspection: Choose a fairly flat place before inspection. Requirements for inspection: 1. Close the eyes when checking. 2. During the examination, the patient should state the position of the limb or use the opposite limb to imitate it. Inspection process When the patient closes his eyes, the examiner places his or her limb in a posture, allowing the patient to speak the position or to imitate the corresponding limb on the opposite side. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate population: four patients with disabilities or severe injuries. Adverse reactions and risks Nothing.

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