Chaddock reflex

Chaddock reflex

English

Etymology

Identified by Charles Gilbert Chaddock in 1911.

Noun

Chaddock reflex (plural Chaddock reflexes)

  1. A diagnostic reflex similar to the Babinski reflex, but where stroking the lateral malleolus causes extension of the big toe, indicating damage to the corticospinal tract.
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