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Additional Superficial Reflexes Flashcards

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What is the normal response for the plantar reflex?

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Downward flexion of all toes.

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What is the plantar reflex?

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Firmly/sharply stimulating the lateral aspect of the sole of the foot, moving medially along the metatarsal heads.

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What is the abnormal response for the plantar reflex?

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Hallux extends and the pedal digits fan laterally.
-Babinski’s sign.

Also, indirectly tests for corticospinal tract functioning.

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