With needle & brush
The Rabiner percussion hammer occupies a specific position in neurological examination. Its design incorporates both the standard rubber striking head for deep tendon reflex testing and an integrated needle and brush, giving the clinician the tools to assess superficial sensation and tactile discrimination within the same examination session. The Article 01-137-25 is a Rabiner hammer at 25 cm overall length, complete with needle and brush attachments.
This instrument is a practical choice for clinicians performing detailed sensory assessments alongside standard DTR testing. Rather than reaching for separate tools between steps of the neurological examination, the Rabiner brings the reflex percussion, sharp/dull discrimination, and light touch components together in a single diagnostic evaluation instrument.
The clinical workflow benefits of this configuration include:
Deep tendon reflex testing with the standard rubber head across patellar, Achilles, biceps, and brachioradialis sites
Sharp versus dull sensory testing using the integrated needle on dermatomal distributions
Light touch and superficial tactile assessment using the brush component
Streamlined sensory examination in outpatient neurology, rehabilitation medicine, and internal medicine
Reduced instrument handling and tray clutter during focused neurological evaluation
At 25 cm, the handle provides slightly extended reach compared to shorter Babinsky configurations, which some clinicians prefer when working across a range of body regions without repositioning.
Add the Rabiner Hammer with needle and brush to your neurology examination supply today.
