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[[Image:Reflex hammer.jpg|thumb|250px|right|A reflex hammer | [[Image:Reflex hammer.jpg|thumb|250px|right|A reflex hammer] | ||
A reflex hammer is a medical instrument used by physicians to test deep tendon reflexes. Testing for reflexes is an important part of the neurological physical examination in order to detect abnormalities in the central or peripheral nervous system. | A reflex hammer is a medical instrument used by physicians to test deep tendon reflexes. Testing for reflexes is an important part of the neurological physical examination in order to detect abnormalities in the central or peripheral nervous system. |