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Opisthotonos
Definition:
Opisthotonos is a condition of abnormal posturing characterized by rigidity and severe arching of the back, with the head thrown backward.
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Opisthotonos (a severe muscle spasm of the neck and back) may accompany decerebrate posture in severe cases.
Usually, decerebrate posture indicates deterioration of the structures of the nervous system, particularly the upper brain stem.
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Considerations:
Opisthotonos (a severe muscle spasm of the neck and back) may accompany decerebrate posture in severe cases.
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Neck muscles
Chest muscles
Abdominal muscles
Back muscles, often causing arching (opisthotonos) ...
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