EMI Platinum Series Tromner Neurological Deluxe Reflex Hammer
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I use them at work and occasionally buy cheap models to see if they would be useful for The hammer here has a flexible plastic shaft that is fully functional as a Tromner model. Although it appears almost identical to those sold at similar prices under other names, it feels many times lighter than the more expensive MDF model which is available on Amazon as well. There is a pointy tip that can be removed You could also use a safety pin instead of a tip). It is relatively light, but the flexible shaft allows for a higher level of force when eliciting reflexes than models with stiff metal handles (which are more expensive). There is a reasonable amount of softness to the rubber head. There's nothing I don't like about the way things are. A good upgrade from the Taylor style reflex hammers that come in diagnostic kits, you can get this one for a reasonable price. And if you forget it during a long call night, it is cheap enough to replace if it is lost.
In terms of its performance, it does its job. There is a bit of a cheap feel about the handle, but it's a good design nonetheless Despite the handle being lightweight and a little flexible, combined with the heavy head, it is easy for someone who is not used to dealing with knives to trigger reflexes The way I see it, I'm a neurosurgeon. There is nothing that smells funny or leaves rubber residue in the pocket of a white coat more than ultra-clean Models on sale for less often do that. Screws allow everything to be disassembled and appears to be easily The thing to use in your neuro rotation or even to use regularly in your other non-neuro rotation is something inexpensive that won't be awkward to use If you run a neurology practice, you may want to consider this I would surely give it 5 stars if the price were lower.
My friend had a reflex hammer like this after he saw one and I wanted one after I saw it. I am a 3rd year medical student on my Neurology rotation. However, it cost me about $20 (the other popular one here isn't on Amazon) and I'm happy I was able to get this one There is an adequate weight to this head and it elicits reflexes easily (I tested it the other day). On the other end is a pointed end that can be screwed off to reveal a brush hidden inside to provide light-touch This is definitely something I would recommend! Having just obtained it, I haven't used it on any patients yet but it seems so well made I can't imagine something going wrong with it. We'll let you know if it happens.
The following are all the tools you will need to test your reflexes and nerve responses. Therapeutic foot massage is what I use it for. A nice wooden foot hammer went missing, so this one was bought as a I like it!.
Reflexes are easy to get. This is a great tool for beginners. This is the equipment I use at my Neurology practice. The equipment.
Reflex hammer of the highest order. It is not difficult to elicit DTRs if your head is heavy. In addition, if you use your own finger to soften the impact on the patient, you won't feel too much pressure. An added bonus is that the handle is light in weight. Weighs about the same as a tablet so you won't struggle to carry it The pointy handle of the Babinski instrument and the brush for the cutaneous reflexes are nice features.
If you are having a neuro exam, you should get this one, not the tomahawk. Only thing I found to be deficient was the paperweight handle, which is made of plastic instead of metal like some of the others. The weight distribution and durability of such a structure can be problematic.
A reflex hammer is one of my favorites. A patient's reflexes can be evoked by this device because it is durable, easy to use, and has sufficient weight to induce difficult reactions. Even my attending general practitioner is always asking for it to bring up Babinski responses after I've used it while doing my neuro rotation.
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