Global reduction in power . grade 4 out of 5 but no sensory deficit what does th!

Question: hi i went to see a consultant rheumatologist in England , this was on he report to me what does it mean please , what does these grades mean ? ,cervical spine showed gross restriction of movements appox 20% normal ranges ,Neurological examination of upper limbs showed normal tone,Global reduction in power . grade 4 out of 5, but no sensory deficit ,

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Answers: hi i went to see a consultant rheumatologist in England , this was on he report to me what does it mean please , what does these grades mean ? ,cervical spine showed gross restriction of movements appox 20% normal ranges ,Neurological examination of upper limbs showed normal tone,Global reduction in power . grade 4 out of 5, but no sensory deficit ,

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Your neurologist is describing the degree of physical weakness of your skeletal muscles. Normal strength is 5/5. Complete paralysis is 0/5. Therefore, "global" 4/5 indicates mild weakness in all tested extremities. He assessed your sensory nervous system as well (no deficits). Certain neurologic disorders may feature combinations of sensory vs. motor deficits.

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