17. Primitive Reflexes Flashcards
Using the COVD quality of life checklist, when is a bino dysfunction suspected?
If score is over 20
For kids using the CISS, when is CI likely?
Score over 16
For adults using CISS, when is CI likely?
Over 21
What is the Moro reflex?
Startle reflex
What may occur if the Moro reflex is retained?
Edge of fight/flight all the time
Motion sickness, poor balance/coordination
Poor pupil reaction to light
Hypersensitivity to sounds
What is the Tonic Labrynthine reflex? (TLR)
Helps baby to straighten out during birth
What may happen if the TLR is retained?
Head movement alters muscle tone
Gravitational insecurity - poor balance
Vestibulo-ocular reflex is impaired
Lack of creeping on hands and knees
What is the Spinal Galant Reflex?
Stimulation of side of spine results in flexion toward side of the stimulus
What happens if the spinal galant reflex is retained?
Fidgeting Bedwetting Poor concentration Poor short term memory Hip rotation when walking
What is the Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)?
Movement of head to one side causes extension of that arm and leg, and flexion of the other limbs
What problems arise if ATNR is retained?
Interferes with crawling/creeping
Difficulty walking
No dominant hand
Writing is hard
What is the Symmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR)?
Flexion of the head causes arms to bend and legs to extend
(Downward dog, vs up dog)
Extension of the head causes legs to flex and arms to straighten
What may arise if the STNR is retained?
Poor posture - slumping Ape-like walk Difficulty swimming W leg position when sitting on the floor Difficulty with readjustment of bino vision; changing focus from far to near
Which reflex, if retained, has an adverse effect on tracking?
ATNR
Which reflex, if retained, has an adverse effect on convergence?
TLR
