Fabrication Enterprises Taylor Percussion Hammer, Chrome Handle, 7.5 Inch

The Fabrication Enterprises Taylor Percussion Hammer is the most widely used neurological reflex hammer in clinical practice. The chrome handle provides a comfortable, secure grip, while the triangular synthetic rubber head delivers consistent, reliable percussion for deep tendon reflex testing. Overall length 7.5 inches. Supplied in non-retail packaging.

Note: This product contains latex. Not appropriate for use with patients who have latex allergies or sensitivities.

Key Features

• Most popular neuro hammer in clinical use
• Chrome handle for a comfortable, secure grip
• Triangular synthetic rubber head for consistent percussion
• Overall length: 7.5 inches
• Contains latex
• Non-retail packaging

Specifications

• SKU: 4141
• UPC: 714905015822
• Brand: Fabrication Enterprises
• Type: Taylor percussion (reflex) hammer
• Handle: Chrome
• Head: Triangular synthetic rubber
• Overall Length: 7.5 inches
• Latex Content: Contains latex
• Packaging: Non-retail
• Country of Origin: China

Ideal For

Physicians, neurologists, physiatrists, physical therapists, and other clinicians who perform deep tendon reflex testing as part of a routine neurological examination will find the Taylor percussion hammer the standard clinical tool for eliciting patellar, Achilles, biceps, triceps, and brachioradialis reflexes in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Medical schools, physical therapy programs, occupational therapy programs, and other health professions education programs that equip students with standard diagnostic tools for clinical skills labs and neurological assessment courses will find the Taylor hammer an appropriately priced, clinically standard tool for student purchase or program supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Taylor percussion hammer used for?
The Taylor percussion hammer is used to test deep tendon reflexes (DTRs) as part of a neurological examination. The clinician strikes a tendon with the rubber head to elicit a reflex response, which provides information about the integrity of the associated nerve root and spinal cord segment. Common reflex tests include the patellar, Achilles, biceps, triceps, and brachioradialis reflexes.

Does this hammer contain latex?
Yes. The rubber head of this Taylor hammer contains latex. It is not appropriate for use with patients who have latex allergies or sensitivities. For latex-sensitive patients, consider a latex-free reflex hammer alternative.

What is non-retail packaging?
Non-retail packaging means the product is supplied without consumer retail packaging such as a branded box or blister pack. The hammer is supplied in plain or bulk packaging, making it well-suited for clinical and institutional purchasing but not for display on retail shelves.

How is the Taylor hammer different from other reflex hammers?
The Taylor hammer features a distinctive triangular rubber head that provides a broad striking surface for reliable tendon percussion. It is the most commonly used reflex hammer in general clinical practice. Other reflex hammer styles — such as the Babinski, Queen Square, and Tromner hammers — have different head shapes and are preferred for specific neurological testing applications or clinical traditions.