In the early months of life there are many reflexes which ensure the wellness of the babies , among those is the grasp reflex , grasp reflex has an important significance . Here is some of pictures for grasp reflex .Stimulus of grasp reflex
Grasp reflex stimulus is by placing the finger of the doctor or the mother in the palm of the baby , the baby will grasp it .
Clinical significance of Grasp reflex
There are 2 actions :
1- Is unilateral response , the baby here respond to the grasp reflex in one hand and do not respond in the other , this means neurological focal damage .
2- Persistence beyond the age of 4 months , and this indicates cerebral damage .
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