the reflex of the flexing of the toes whenever the sole of someone's feet are stroked.
PLANTAR REFLEX: "The plantar reflex is sought immediately upon examination of newborns at birth."
Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "PLANTAR REFLEX," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 7, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/plantar-reflex/ (accessed August 18, 2022).