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Evaluation And Treatment Of Upper Extremity Ataxia

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1.  Ataxia can originate from damage to: The sensory system The vestibular system The cerebellum  All of the above

2.  Which of the following is NOT a condition of cerebellar ataxia? Irregular movements Uncoordinated movements Smooth movements Difficulty regulating force

3.  What motor control does the cerebellum have? Initiates motor commands Modifies motor commands Does both Does neither

4.  Which is a balance sensory system? Vision Somatosensory Vestibular All of the above

5.  What type of tremor occurs with purposeful and goal-directed movements and increases in amplitude as the target is approached? Intention tremors Kinetic tremors Postural tremors None of the above

6.  Which is an example of a distal treatment approach? Core strengthening Rhythmic stabilization  Balance & gross motor coordination Oculomotor training

7.  According to the Menevse study, what improved with special neck exercises? Improved sleep and energy Reduced visual dependency and proprioception disturbance Reduced emotional reactions and pain  All of the above

8.  What is an example of a static balance activity for degenerative cerebellar disease? Climbing stairs Standing on one leg Walking over uneven ground Standing- step to the side

9.  What has been shown to NOT occur with core/trunk/posture exercises? Reduced postural tremor and truncal ataxia Improved upper extremity performance and fine hand skills  Increased lower extremity ataxia Reduced risk for falls

10.  Which is NOT a Frankel exercise(FCE) for upper limb ataxia? Finger-to-nose Lifting weights Precision tapping Building/stacking items