Oct 8, 2008 · Is there a way to self-test ankle clonus? I’ve watched some online videos on clonus. I see the Dr. pushing against the bottom of a patients foot and then the foot responds with a jerking motion. I tried to self-test this with no result. Does …

Aug 28, 2013 · From what I understand, Clonus is UMN in origin ;"Spasticity is increased muscle tone, hyperactive stretch reflexes, and clonus (an oscillatory motor response to muscle stretching)". I have normal emgs currently, with an irritating amount of Clonus in lower limbs.

Oct 8, 2009 · You said that bilateral clonus and hyperreflexia are both signs of Upper Motor Neuron problems. I am not sure; is ALS an Upper Motor Neuron disease? Laurie H.

May 4, 2008 · Clonus is a sign of certain neurological conditions, and is particularly associated with upper motor neuron lesions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord damage and hepatic encephalopathy. Magnesium Sulphate overdose is also know to cause clonus.

Nov 2, 2017 · Sustained clonus is considered an upper motor neuron sign and can be seen in some people with ALS and PLS. It is nonspecific and can also be seen in some people with MS, CP, and various brain injuries.

Aug 1, 2021 · This raises a red flag to me considering clonus and spasticity are indicative of upper motor neuron lesions. Now for my fasciculations, I’ve noticed that I have them now mainly deep in my left leg — like an electrical current is pulsing for most of the day.

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Dec 18, 2012 · What is the difference between clonus and tremors? I'm reduced to using a plastic wine glass!

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Nov 2, 2017 · "Clonus is commonly seen in the ankle but may exist in other distal structures as well." (Wiki) *doesnt say about proximal structure at all* my clonus is happening in proximal structure left leg, and distal&proximal region in right leg. anybody has a hamstring clonus?.