Information
- Multifunctional hammer can be used in hosptial for nerve diagnosis, home and beauty salon for massage
- Instrument used to test reflexes of the deep tendons to check for abnormalities of the nervous system
- Size: 18 x 6 x 2 (L x W x H) Centimeters
Description
This hammer is a medical instrument used by practitioners to test deep tendon reflexes. Testing for reflexes is an important part of the neurological physical examination in order to detect abnormalities in the central or peripheral nervous system. This neurological reflex hammer is made of premium material for better anti-rust capacity. The hammer includes silicone mallets, along with a balanced handle to generate controlled percussions.
BENEFITS
- Instrument which is essential part of the neurological physical examination
- Lightweight
- Accurately and effectively elicits knee jerk reflexes with less effort and greater patient comfort.
HOW TO USE
- Choose your reflex hammer and hold it firmly by the handle.
- Make sure that the muscle group you are testing is neither stretched nor contracted (it must be in a neutral position to provoke the correct tendon response).
- Strike the tendon in a single, brisk stroke and note the muscle reaction.
- Note: used by professionals only
