Is Posturing a Bad Sign

Outlook. Decorticate posturing is a sign of severe damage to the central nervous system, more specifically to the brain. If a family member or friend is involuntarily displaying this posturing, get them immediate medical attention at a hospital emergency room.

What causes posturing?

Causes of abnormal posturing Abnormal posturing most often results from damage to the brain or spinal cord. The type of posturing you experience will depend on the specific area of the brain or spinal cord that was affected. Damage to the central nervous system may occur due to : fluid buildup in the skull.

Is posturing a seizure?

Focal tonic seizures consist of sustained posturing of a limb or asymmetrical posturing of the trunk or neck. Mizrahi and Kellaway also classified horizontal eye deviation as a focal tonic seizure, although some classify those events as subtle seizures.