Large-amplitude sudden, violent, flailing motions of the arm and leg of one side of the body

MIDBRAIN

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

A	Hemiballismus
B	Tremor
C	Chorea
D	Akinesia

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Hemiballismus is usually caused by a stroke that affects a small area just below the basal ganglia called the subthalamic nucleus. The subthalamic nucleus helps control voluntary movements.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hemiballismus can cause jerky, violent movements in one leg, arm, or both on the same side. Other symptoms relating to hemiballismus can vary according to the underlying cause. For example, a person who had a stroke may develop headaches or a drooping face.

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