Pronator drift

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In medicine, pronator drift refers to a pathologic sign seen during a neurological examination[1] and indicates spasticity. This sign can appear due to an upper motor neuron lesion[2][3] or various other conditions (including inborn errors of metabolism) which include spasticity as a symptom.

Description

The person is asked to forward flex his arms 90 degrees at the shoulders, supinate his forearms, close his eyes and hold the position.

Interpretation

If a forearm pronates then the person is said to have pronator drift on that side.

References

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  2. Pronator drift. gpnoebook.co.uk. URL: http://www.gpnotebook.co.uk/simplepage.cfm?ID=503709725. Accessed On: October 23, 2008.
  3. "The Precise Neurological Exam". Retrieved 2009-11-28.