Babinski Reflex (Noun)
Meaning
Extension upward of the toes when the sole of the foot is stroked firmly on the outer side from the heel to the front; normal in infants under the age of two years but a sign of brain or spinal cord injury in older persons.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The presence of a Babinski reflex in adults can be a sign of a serious neurological disorder or injury.
- A healthcare professional checks for the Babinski reflex by stroking the outer edge of the foot with firm pressure.
- The neurologist explained that the Babinski reflex was abnormal in adults and may indicate damage to the central nervous system.
- The doctor immediately ordered further tests when she observed a positive Babinski reflex in the patient.
- In pediatric patients under the age of two, the Babinski reflex is normal and does not necessarily indicate any neurological issues.