NEUROLOGICAL EXPLORATION KIT
The neurological examination kit consists of the Buck hammer, Taylor hammer and Babinsky hammer, each with its own diagnostic utility in the evaluation of the central and peripheral nervous system.
€25,80 (€21,32 tax not included)
Available on backorder
Description
The neurological examination kit is essential for health personnel, doctors or neurologists to carry out an evaluation of the patient. The kit consists of the Buck hammer, Taylor hammer, and Babinsky hammer, each with its own diagnostic utility in evaluating the nervous system.
The Buck hammer, also known as a reflex hammer, is a percussion instrument with rubber ends used to evaluate deep tendon reflexes. By gently tapping the tendon, such as the patellar tendon in the knee, the muscle response and reflex sensitivity can be observed. This provides valuable information about the integrity of the spinal cord and peripheral nerves, helping in the diagnosis of conditions such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury or peripheral neuropathy. It also includes accessories such as the brush and needle for evaluating superficial and deep skin sensitivity.
On the other hand, the Taylor hammer, also known as a percussion hammer, is used to evaluate skin sensitivity and the reflex response in more sensitive areas of the body, such as the tendons of the forearm or facial muscles. By gently tapping the skin in these areas, different responses can be assessed, such as the withdrawal reflex or the cutaneous-abdominal reflex response, providing information about the state of the peripheral nervous system and motor function.
Finally, the Babinsky hammer is a specialized instrument used to evaluate the plantar reflex. By gently passing the end of the hammer along the sole of the foot, the response of the big toe is observed. A response in the form of extension of the big toe, rather than normal flexion, may be indicative of a lesion in the pyramidal tract. It can help diagnose pathologies such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or multiple sclerosis.
In summary, the neurological examination kit that includes the Buck hammer, Taylor hammer, and Babinsky hammer is an invaluable tool for evaluating neurological function and diagnosing a wide variety of central and peripheral nervous system disorders. These instruments provide crucial information that helps doctors determine the course of treatment and provide appropriate care to patients with neurological conditions.
Content and characteristics of the Neurological Examination Kit:
Buck hammer with two rubber heads, compact and lightweight. handle that incorporates a needle and brush.
Taylor hammer with sharp point at the end of the handle and triangular PVC head, 20 cm.
Babinsky hammer with external rubber head, adjustable in two directions thanks to a thread. 24cm length x 5cm diameter
