Testing position:
- Seated, seated on fitness ball, kneeling
Stimulus:
- Loss of center of gravity or falling
Purpose:
Functional Implications:
- Prevent from getting injured from falling
Functional Implications:
- Safety precaution
- If positive response does not persist:
- Client will be unable to extend arms to catch themselves when falling.
Positive response: extension of the arms to the front, back, or sides to catch oneself when falling.
Negative response: no extension of the arms to catch oneself when falling.
Additional Notes:
- Need protective reflex as adults
- Reflex typically begins around 10 months