English Explanatory Dictionary

Babinski reflex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An abnormal plantar reflex in which the hallux moves upwards, indicative of motor neuron damage.

Word forms

Babinski reflex Babinski reflexes

Etymology

After Joseph Babinski (1857–1932), French neurologist.

Synonyms

Babinski's reflex Babinski's response Babinski's sign Koch's sign
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