Comprehensive Guide to Neurological Reflex Hammers: Taylor, Queen Square, Babinski, and Tromner Models

1. Taylor Reflex Hammer:

• Design: Triangular rubber head attached to a flat metallic handle.​
• Purpose: Used to elicit deep tendon reflexes, particularly the patellar reflex.​
• Features:
  • Lightweight design.​
  • Effective for neurological examinations.​
• Example: RCSP Knee Hammer Taylor Reflex with chrome-plated triangular rubber head.​2. Queen Square Reflex Hammer:

• Design: Round metal disk head with a flexible handle, often with a tapered end.​
• Purpose: Assesses myotatic, plantar, and abdominal responses.​
• Features:
  • Weighted for controlled force application.​
  • Preferred in neurological examinations.​
• Example: Queen Square Reflex Hammer with a plastic handle and tapered tip.​3. Babinski Reflex Hammer:

• Design: Metallic handle with a detachable, often telescoping, rubber head.​
• Purpose: Evaluates plantar reflexes and other superficial responses.​
• Features:
  • Telescoping handle for portability.​
  • Versatile in neurological assessments.
• Example: Babinski Telescoping 2.0® Reflex Hammer.​

4. Tromner Reflex Hammer:

• Design: Dual-headed design with a larger and smaller mallet.​
• Purpose: Tests myotatic and cutaneous reflexes in both adults and children