Neurology Exam Prep Podcast

Clerkship Success Series # 5 - Weakness

Mar 21, 2021
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ADVICE

Prioritize History and Exam

  • Diagnose weakness primarily through history and physical exam.
  • Use diagnostic tests to confirm your initial assessment, not replace it.
INSIGHT

Weakness Distribution Patterns

  • Weakness distribution patterns help localize lesions.
  • Consider symmetry, location (generalized vs. localized), and proximal vs. distal presentation.
ADVICE

Diagnostic Framework

  • Consider distribution, timeframe, and associated symptoms when diagnosing neuromuscular disorders.
  • This framework helps organize the differential diagnosis process.
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