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decerebrate rigidity |
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rigidity /ri·gid·i·ty/ (rĭ-jid´ĭ-te) inflexibility or stiffness. clasp-knife rigidity increased tension in the extensors of a joint when it is passively flexed, giving way suddenly on exertion of further pressure. cogwheel rigidity tension in a muscle which gives way in little jerks when the muscle is passively stretched. decerebrate rigidity rigid extension of an animal's legs as a result of decerebration; occurring in humans as a result of lesions in the upper brainstem. decerebrate rigidity. decerebrate to eliminate cerebral function by transecting the brainstem or by ligating the common carotid arteries and basilar artery at the center of the pons; an animal so prepared, or a brain-damaged animal with similar neurological signs. decerebrate rigidity rigid extension of the limbs as a result of decerebration; also occurs as a result of lesions in the upper brainstem. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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