Guillain-Barré Reflex
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
The Guillain-Barré reflex is a medioplantar reflex elicited by tapping the middle of the sole. It is characterized by plantar flexion of the foot and toes and is indicative of pyramidal paralysis.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
GUILLAIN-BARRÉ REFLEX (Guillain, Barré), a medioplantar reflex, is elicited by tapping the middle of the sole and is manifested by plantar flexion of the foot and toes. It is characteristic of pyramidal paralysis.
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“Guillain-Barré Reflex.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/guillain-barre-reflex/