Reflex Hammer — Taylor Hammer for Neurological & Tendon Reflex Examination
Professional Taylor reflex hammer for deep tendon reflex testing — triangular rubber head · 7.5″ stainless steel · disassembles for cleaning · CE certified
✔ CE Certified✔ ISO 9001/13485✔ GMP Certified✔ Taylor Hammer✔ Tendon Hammer✔ Only £4.99
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Sound familiar? You are not alone
- “I need a reliable reflex hammer for my clinical placement kit — the standard Taylor hammer used in neurological examination”
- “I want a tendon hammer that disassembles for proper cleaning and sterilisation between patient examinations”
- “I need a CE certified Taylor hammer at a fair price for OSCE preparation and neurological examination training”
- “I want a lightweight professional reflex hammer to carry in my clinical bag for ward rounds and patient assessments”
The MJW Reflex Hammer is trusted by medical students, junior doctors, neurologists, and physiotherapists for deep tendon reflex testing, neurological examination, and physical assessment. CE certified and ISO 9001/13485 compliant. Trusted across UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and USA.
What is a Taylor reflex hammer?
The Taylor reflex hammer — also known as the Taylor tendon hammer or Taylor percussion hammer — was developed in 1888 by John Madison Taylor and features a distinctive triangular rubber head attached to a flat metallic handle. It is the most widely recognised design in clinical medicine, particularly in the UK and USA. The triangular rubber head strikes tendons to elicit deep tendon reflexes — testing the neurological reflex arc from peripheral tendon to spinal cord and back. Unlike the heavier European-style Queen Square hammer, this instrument is lighter and typically held at the end of the handle, swung in an arc onto the tendon. The MJW model features a 7.5″ stainless steel handle with classic triangular rubber percussion head, fully disassembling for thorough cleaning and autoclave sterilisation.
Features of the MJW reflex hammer
- Triangular rubber percussion head — Taylor design: The classic triangular rubber head provides a firm, controlled percussion surface for striking tendons to elicit deep tendon reflexes. The triangular shape allows either the pointed tip or the flat surface to be used depending on the reflex being tested and the clinician’s technique preference. The rubber composition provides appropriate rebound characteristics for effective reflex elicitation
- 7.5″ stainless steel handle — balanced striking weight: The 7.5″ stainless steel handle provides the balanced weight and swing arc required for controlled, repeatable tendon percussion. The handle length gives sufficient leverage for an effective swing without requiring excessive force — important for accurate and consistent reflex testing
- Disassembles for cleaning and sterilisation: The hammer disassembles into component parts — allowing thorough cleaning of all surfaces including under the rubber head and within the handle. Suitable for autoclave sterilisation between patient examinations in clinical settings requiring instrument sterilisation
- Lightweight at 0.094 kg: Compact and lightweight for everyday clinical carry — easily fits in a white coat pocket or clinical bag for ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and emergency department assessments
- Precise deep tendon reflex elicitation: Accurately elicits patellar (knee jerk), Achilles (ankle jerk), bicep, tricep, and brachioradialis deep tendon reflexes — as well as superficial reflexes including plantar (Babinski) and abdominal reflexes
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type | Reflex hammer — Taylor tendon hammer design |
| Head Design | Triangular rubber percussion head — classic Taylor style |
| Handle Material | Stainless steel — durable and corrosion resistant |
| Length | 7.5 inches — standard Taylor hammer length |
| Disassembly | Fully disassembles — for thorough cleaning and sterilisation |
| Sterilisation | Autoclavable |
| Weight | 0.094 kg — lightweight for clinical bag carry |
| Reflexes Tested | Patellar · Achilles · Bicep · Tricep · Brachioradialis · Plantar · Abdominal |
| Certification | CE · ISO 9001 · ISO 13485 · GMP |
| Price | £4.99 |
Clinical uses & applications
- Patellar reflex testing — eliciting the knee jerk reflex for neurological examination (L3/L4 spinal level)
- Achilles tendon reflex testing — eliciting the ankle jerk reflex (S1/S2 spinal level)
- Bicep reflex testing — assessing upper limb deep tendon reflex (C5/C6 spinal level)
- Tricep reflex testing — upper limb reflex assessment (C7/C8 spinal level)
- Brachioradialis reflex testing — forearm reflex elicitation (C5/C6 spinal level)
- Plantar reflex assessment — Babinski sign testing for upper motor neurone lesions
- Abdominal reflex testing — superficial reflex assessment for neurological evaluation
- Chest percussion — thoracic percussion for respiratory examination
- Neurological examination — comprehensive deep tendon reflex assessment in clinical and ward settings
- OSCE examination preparation — medical students practising neurological examination technique for assessed clinical skills exams
Who uses this reflex hammer
- 🎓 Medical students — essential tendon hammer for clinical placement kit and OSCE neurological examination preparation
- 👨⚕️ Junior doctors — deep tendon reflex testing on ward rounds, admissions, and outpatient neurological assessment
- 🧠 Neurologists and neurology registrars — comprehensive neurological examination instrument
- 🦿 Physiotherapists — deep tendon reflex testing as part of musculoskeletal and neurological physiotherapy assessment
- 🏥 NHS hospitals, GP practices, and neurology departments — clinical examination instrument supply
- 🎓 Medical and nursing colleges — simulation centre clinical examination instrument supply
- 🌍 Medical professionals across UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and USA
Benefits of the MJW reflex hammer
- Classic Taylor triangular rubber head — the most widely used design in UK and USA clinical practice
- 7.5″ balanced stainless steel handle — optimal swing arc and striking weight for consistent, accurate percussion
- Disassembles for cleaning — thorough sterilisation of all components between patient examinations
- Lightweight at 0.094 kg — fits in a white coat pocket or clinical bag for everyday ward carry
- Covers the full deep tendon reflex range — patellar, Achilles, bicep, tricep, brachioradialis, plantar, and abdominal reflexes
- CE certified and ISO 9001/13485 — meets standards for clinical diagnostic instrument use in UK and EU
- Professional clinical-grade performance at £4.99 — the most affordable CE certified Taylor reflex hammer in the MJW range
- Trusted by medical students and clinicians across UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and USA
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Worldwide availability — we ship globally
| Region | Key Locations | Order Type |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Cardiff | Individual & Bulk |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Cologne | Individual & Bulk |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin, Florence | Individual & Bulk |
| 🇫🇷 France | Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, Bordeaux | Individual & Bulk |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, Bilbao | Individual & Bulk |
| 🌍 Rest of EU | Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Austria, Sweden & more | Individual & Bulk |
| 🇺🇸 United States | New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Boston | Individual & Bulk |
| 🌐 Worldwide | All remaining countries — contact us | Bulk & Institutional |
Flexible ordering — individual, bulk & institutional
- Individual Orders: No minimum required — order a single item
- Bulk / Institutional: Standard MOQ — contact us for pricing and branding
- NHS & Hospitals: Institutional invoicing available
- Fast & Reliable: Every order dispatched quickly
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Frequently asked questions
What is a reflex hammer used for?▼
A reflex hammer — also called a tendon hammer or Taylor hammer — is a clinical diagnostic instrument used to test deep tendon reflexes as part of a neurological examination. When the rubber head strikes a tendon, it stretches the muscle attached to that tendon, triggering an involuntary reflex contraction. The pattern and strength of reflex responses helps clinicians assess the integrity of the neurological reflex arc and detect upper or lower motor neurone abnormalities. Common reflexes tested include the patellar (knee jerk), Achilles (ankle jerk), bicep, tricep, and brachioradialis reflexes.
What is the difference between a reflex hammer, a Taylor hammer, and a tendon hammer?▼
Reflex hammer, Taylor hammer, and tendon hammer all refer to the same type of clinical instrument. “Reflex hammer” is the general category term. “Taylor hammer” refers specifically to the triangular-headed design developed by John Madison Taylor in 1888 — this is the most commonly used design in UK and USA clinical practice. “Tendon hammer” is the term most widely used by NHS clinicians in the UK. This MJW product is a Taylor hammer and can be correctly referred to by all three names.
Can this reflex hammer be sterilised?▼
Yes. It fully disassembles into component parts for thorough cleaning and is suitable for autoclave sterilisation. The stainless steel handle withstands repeated sterilisation cycles without corrosion or degradation.
Is this reflex hammer suitable for medical students?▼
Yes. This CE certified instrument is widely used by medical students for neurological examination training, OSCE preparation, and clinical placement. At £4.99 it is the most affordable CE certified tendon hammer in the MJW range — ideal for developing and demonstrating deep tendon reflex examination technique.
Is this CE certified?▼
Yes. CE certified, ISO 9001/13485 and GMP certified for clinical neurological and physical examination use.
Do you ship worldwide?▼
Yes. We ship to the UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, all EU member states, and the USA. Contact us via WhatsApp or the Quote Request Form for orders outside standard shipping zones.
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