Managing Bicep Reflex in Physical Therapy Sessions

When a reflex disappears, it’s not the muscle that’s the problem — it’s the communication line between the muscle and the spinal cord. ⚡ That missing response can reveal a lot: • Nerve root compression (like a C5–C6 radiculopathy) • Peripheral nerve injury (musculocutaneous, radial, or ulnar) • Lower motor neuron lesion • Or even advanced neuropathy Next steps for the doctor: 1. Perform a detailed neurologic exam — test other reflexes, strength, and sensation. 2. Identify the pattern — is it one