Reflex Hammers & Tuning Forks
- Aluminium tuning forks
- set consisting of 5 pieces
- Fulfills the requirements of EG guidelines 93/42/EWG
- Easy handling
- Simple disinfection
- Made of nickel-plated steel
- Material thickness: approx. 8 mm
- Class I medical device
- For use by authorised personnel only
- Has 7 different frequencies (c 128 - h 240)
- Generates two frequencies: c128 and c64 Hz
- With scale on the back of the damper
- Plastic base included
- Material thickness: approx. 8 mm
- Length: approx. 24 cm
- For aesthesiometry & auditory testing of air and bone conduction
- Also suitable for other diagnostic purposes
- Available in different variants
- Material: aluminium
- 1 piece
- Seven frequencies (128–4096 Hz) available
- Robust design made of nickel-plated steel
- Plastic base for gentle application on patients
- Approval: Class I medical device
- Suitable for testing air and bone conduction
- 2-year manufacturer's warranty
- To determine two-point discrimination
- For neurological sensitivity tests
- Allows measurement of 8 various distances
- Easy and quick measurement
- Delivered with storage box
- Especially for ear specialists
- For examining the air and bone conduction of sound
- Material thickness: approx. 8 mm
- Made of quality steel
- Available in different versions
- Handy diagnostic instrument
- With dampers and base C 64 Hz/c 128 Hz
- Scale: 0 - 8
- Sturdy and high-quality manufacturing
- Can be customised with personalised engraving
- Smooth running pinwheel
- Made from medical-grade stainless steel
- Can be disinfected and sterilised
- With chequered handle
- Comfortable handling
- Ideal for medical students in the FP
- With stethoscope, reflex hammer, torch, tourniquet & ECG ruler
- Good price-performance ratio
- Diagnostic torch with integrated tongue depressor holder
- Various stethoscope colours available
- Functions due to different heat conduction properties
- Sturdy and stable
- Material: polymer and metal alloy
- Small and handy
- No outside energy required
- Reflex hammer with optimum weight distribution
- Material: aluminium, brass
- With neurological pin
- Length: 23 cm
- Weight: 245 g
- Made of aluminium
- Offers optimal weight distribution
- With neurological pin for sensitivity tests
- Length: 18 cm
- Weight: 90 g
- For the diagnosis of nerve damage
- With folding mechanism to protect the filament
- Also for checking thermal anaesthesia
- Slimline and lightweight
- Easy to clean
Reflex Hammer & Tuning Fork in Diagnostics
The neurological reflex hammer is used for reflex testing as part of the initial neurological examination. By testing the reflexes, conclusions can easily be drawn about nerve damage to the spinal cord nerves. Depending on the design, the reflex hammer may contain other neurological-diagnostic instruments, such as brushes or pins as well as different rubber attachments. In addition, some models can be used as percussion hammers to assess organs by tapping sound.
For Medical Students Learning the Neurological Examination Technique
Especially for medical students in the preclinical phase or during a clinical traineeship, checking one's own and others' reflexes is one of the most important diagnostic methods to be learned. To assess the reflexes, which are sometimes difficult to trigger, it is advisable to always work with the same set of instruments. Using your own hammer facilitates the triggering of reflexes, for example the Troemner reflex or the Masseter reflex. The absence of these reflexes is usually due to poor performance of the reflex test. Many reflex hammers have very compact dimensions and a low weight so that a combination hammer can be easily carried in the gown pocket.
Reflex Hammers According to Babinski, Buck, Trömner & Taylor
The Babinski reflex hammer features a special
Different versions of the Buck-type models vary in features. For example, the Buck Reflex Hammer includes both a needle and an integrated brush, whereas the Luxamed Buck Reflex Hammer has only a needle for testing skin sensitivity but is particularly lightweight at 90 g, making it very easy to handle.
The neurological Trömner Reflex Hammer features a head with a larger and a smaller end. Additionally, it is equipped with a neurological testing tip and brush, allowing sensitivity examinations and testing of skin reflexes. Trömner reflex hammers are also available in heavier versions; for example, the Luxamed Trömner Reflex Hammer weighs 245 g.
Tuning Forks for ENT & Neurology
Medical tuning forks are also diagnostic instruments used in neurology or ENT, depending on the model. Our range includes tuning forks by Rydel-Seiffer, Lucae, and Hartmann from renowned manufacturers, available with or without a base and damper. Tuning forks can be used to test a patient’s hearing or vibration perception at different Hz frequencies, helping to identify potential conditions, for example in neurology.
The Rydel-Seiffer tuning fork by Arno Barthelmes is a medical instrument with a frequency of 64 Hz with damper and 128 Hz without damper. The base of the instrument is removable. Optionally, the tuning fork can be laser-engraved to give it a personal touch.
Neurological Sensitivity Testing Devices
Medical sensitivity testing devices allow the diagnosis of functional impairments in skin surface sensitivity, such as limitations in temperature perception or two-point discrimination. Disturbances in this area can indicate nerve damage, for example polyneuropathy.
Whether reflex hammers, tuning forks, or affordable student sets for medical students – our online shop for medical supplies offers the right diagnostic instrument for your needs. In addition to hammers and tuning forks, you will also find stethoscopes and other tools for basic diagnostic setups as well as specialised applications. Explore our convenient Diagnostics category for suitable diagnostic instruments, therapy and wellness products, and teaching materials.