| Reference Number | MIMM/2009-1/153 |
| Title | Vernon Percussion Hammer |
| Date | 1900-1949 |
| Description | This is a percussion hammer of the Vernon's type. It features a slander handle ending with a metal ball tip. This type of percussion hammer was used in neurological exams to test reflexes. The hammer strikes the tendon to trigger a reflex, helping assess the nervous system's health. For accurate results, the force should be consistent and the muscle should be in a neutral position with the patient relaxed. |
| Extent | 1 item |
| Dimensions | 240mm x 30mm |
| Digital Collections | View online in our digital collections |
| Copyright | Free to use under the terms of the Creative Commons Licence Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) |
| Credit Line | Royal College of Physicians of Ireland |
| Object Name | Percussion Hammer |
| Term | Physical Examination |
| Neurology |
| Reflex -- Instrumentation |