All patients with back pain should have a screening neurologic evaluation including motor function, perineal and lower extremity sensation, deep tendon reflexes, and Babinski reflexes. This brief ...

There are lots of things kids don’t like about doctor’s visits, with shots, blood tests and throat swabs topping the list. But one thing they love is having their knee reflexes checked. A reflex is an ...

A 64-year-old woman complains of loss of balance and urinary retention in the past few months. Your examination reveals an akinetic-rigid state. The patient has masked facies, cogwheel rigidity, brisk ...

To the Editor: An interesting point concerning reflex changes in myxedema was raised by Dr. Sanders's article, "Neurologic Manifestations of Myxedema," in the March 22 issue of the Journal. "Reflex ...