1. DeCerebrate [de-ser´ĕ-brāt] 1

2. DeCerebrate rigidity a posture found in those with lesions of the upper part of the brainstem or severe bilateral lesions of the

3. DeCerebrate posture is an abnormal body posture that involves the arms and legs being held straight out, the toes being pointed downward, and the head and neck being arched backward. The muscles are tightened and held rigidly