Signs starts with B #

9. Babinski’s Sign (Not synonymous with Babinski’s Reflex) #

• a. Loss or weakening of the Achilles tendon reflex in sciatica. This sign helps distinguish true sciatica from hysterical sciatica.

9. Babinski’s Sign (Not synonymous with Babinski’s Reflex) #

• a. Loss or weakening of the Achilles tendon reflex in sciatica. This sign helps distinguish true sciatica from hysterical sciatica.
• b. In hemiplegia, the contraction of the platysma muscle on the healthy side is more pronounced than on the affected side. It can be elicited by asking the patient to open the mouth, whistle, blow, etc.