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[The reflex hammer].

P Krack1

  • 1Neurologische Universitätsklinik.

Der Nervenarzt
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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Physicians now use reflex hammers, a development from the percussion hammer used in the 1870s. This study details the evolution and diverse types of reflex hammers used globally.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Medical History

Context:

  • The knee-jerk reflex examination has evolved significantly since the 1870s.
  • Percussion methods for eliciting reflexes have transitioned from bare hands to specialized instruments.

Purpose:

  • To trace the historical development of the reflex hammer.
  • To describe the origins and evolution of contemporary reflex hammers across different linguistic regions.

Summary:

  • The study examines the historical trajectory of the reflex hammer, starting from its initial use in the 1870s for knee-jerk reflex studies.
  • It contrasts early percussion techniques with the modern practice where reflex hammers are standard medical tools.
  • The paper details the diversification of reflex hammer designs and their varying adoption based on medical traditions in English, French, and German-speaking countries.

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Impact:

  • Provides historical context for a common neurological examination tool.
  • Highlights the influence of different medical schools and traditions on instrument development.
  • Offers insights into the standardization and evolution of diagnostic equipment in medicine.