Chaddock reflex

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Chaddock reflex
Demonstration of the chaddock reflex in an early publication by Charles G. Chaddock
Differential diagnosiscorticospinal tract damage

The Chaddock reflex is a diagnostic

lateral malleolus causes extension of the great toe, indicating damage to the corticospinal tract.[1]

It was identified by Charles Gilbert Chaddock in 1911.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Thefreedictionary". Retrieved 24 May 2017.
  2. S2CID 41756108
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