Babinski reflex

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English

Etymology

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

Noun

Babinski reflex (plural Babinski reflexes)

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

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