Clinical Reference

Upper Versus Lower Motor Neuron Disorders

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

OT

Diagnosis:

Nervous System Conditions

References:

  • Lundy-Ekman, L., & Weyer, A. Neuroscience: Fundamentals for rehabilitation (6th ed.) St. Louis, MO: Elsevier. 
  • Zayia L. C., & Tadi P. (2023).  Neuroanatomy, Motor Neuron. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing.
Upper and lower motor neuron lesions are commonly seen by occupational therapy practitioners across the rehabilitation continuum. This resource will help clinicians distinguish between upper versus lower motor neuron disorders to guide the neurological assessment.
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