Babinski reflex
An abnormal plantar reflex in which the hallux moves upwards, indicative of motor neuron damage.
Noun
- An abnormal plantar reflex in which the hallux moves upwards, indicative of motor neuron damage.
medicine · Topics: medicine, sciences
Synonyms: Babinski's reflex Babinski's response Babinski's sign Koch's sign
Origin
After Joseph Babinski (1857–1932), French neurologist.