Tonic Neck Reflexes
What is the “Tonic Neck Reflexes” used for? There are both asymmetric and symmetric tonic neck…
All Special Tests
Galant Reflex (Trunk Incurvation)
What is the "Galant Reflex (Trunk Incurvation)" used for? Galant reflex is present at birth and…
Crossed Extension Reflex
What is the "Crossed Extension Reflex" used for? The crossed extension reflex, also known as Philippson…
Withdrawal Reflex
What is the "Withdrawal Reflex" used for? The withdrawal reflex is present at birth and disappears…
Leg-Straightening Reflex
What is the “Leg-Straightening Reflex” used for? How to perform the “Leg-Straightening Reflex”? What is the…
Extensor Thrust Reflex
What is the “Extensor Thrust Reflex” used for? How to perform the “Extensor Thrust Reflex”? What…
Startle Reflex
What is the “Startle Reflex” used for? How to perform the “Startle Reflex”? What is the…
Vertical Suspension Positioning
How to perform the "Vertical Suspension Positioning"? The infant is held upright and facing away from…
Placing Reaction
How to perform the "Placing Reaction"? The placing reaction is tested separately for the lower and…
Walking or Stepping Reflex
How to perform the "Walking or Stepping Reflex"? The walking or stepping reflex is elicited by…