Babinski's reflex

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babinski's reflex - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Babinski's reflex occurs when the great toe flexes toward the top of the foot and the other toes fan out after the sole of the foot has been firmly stroked. This is normal in younger children, but abnormal after the age of 2. ...
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Causes of babinski's reflex (Source: MedLinePlus)

Generalized tonic-clonic seizure (there may be a temporary Babinski's reflex for a short time after a seizure ); Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ; Brain tumor (if it occurs in the corticospinal tract or the cerebellum); Familial periodic paralysis ; Friedreich's ataxia ; Head injury ; Hepatic encephalopathy ; Meningitis ; Multiple sclerosis ; Pernicious anemia ; Poliomyelitis (some forms); Rabies ; Spinal cord injury ; Spinal cord tumor; Stroke ; Syringomyelia ; Tuberculosis (when it affects the spine). ... [ read more.. ]

babinski's reflex - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)

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. ... [ read more.. ]

Further Reading on babinski's reflex

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