A hallmark of decerebrate posturing is extended elbows. This phenomenon is known as decerebrate rigidity. Decerebrate posturing is commonly seen in pontine strokes. Decerebrate attacks appear late in the disease. Decerebrate and decorticate posturing are strongly associated with poor outcome in a variety of conditions. Decerebrate posturing is also called decerebrate response, decerebrate rigidity, or extensor posturing.