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COMLEX Osteopathic Medicine

Category - Motor

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Lower motor neurons refer to the neurons that are in the:
  1. Spinal column
  2. Brain stem
  3. Cerebellum
  4. Both A and B
Explanation
Answer - D - Lower motor neurons, or alpha motor neurons, are located within the spinal column and brain stem. Damage to these particular neuronal areas cause specific site disorders depending on where the damage occurs. Neurons above the brain stem are considered higher motor neurons, as they work broader areas. Damage to a higher motor neuron can have a greater effect.
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