Babinski's reflex
Alternate Names : Reflex - Babinski's, Extensor plantar reflex, Babinski's sign
Home Care & Treatment
Typically, a person (older than an infant) who has a Babinski's reflex will also have incoordination, weakness, and difficulty with muscle control. Safety is important to prevent the risk of injury. The person may need assistance with activity, and the environment should be kept free of hazards.
Call your Health Care Provider if
This finding is usually discovered by the health care provider, and the affected person usually is not aware of its presence.
What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about the patient's symptoms and medical history. The physical examination will include a complete nervous system (neurological) examination. Diagnostic testing may include:
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