Charles Gilbert Chaddock

Charles G. Chaddock (cropped)

Charles Gilbert Chaddock (1861–1936) was an American neurologist known for his contributions to the field of neurology. He is most famous for introducing the Babinski sign to the English-speaking medical community.

Early Life and Education

Chaddock was born in 1861. He pursued his medical education at the University of Michigan, where he earned his medical degree. He furthered his studies in Europe, where he trained under several prominent neurologists of the time.

Medical Career

Chaddock's career in neurology was marked by his work in translating and disseminating important neurological findings. He is best known for his translation of Joseph Babinski's work on the Babinski sign, a reflex action that is an important diagnostic tool in neurology. The Babinski sign is used to assess the integrity of the corticospinal tract.

Contributions to Neurology

In addition to his work on the Babinski sign, Chaddock made several other contributions to the field of neurology. He described the Chaddock reflex, a variant of the Babinski sign, which involves stroking the lateral malleolus to elicit a reflexive response in the toes.

Later Life and Legacy

Chaddock continued to practice and teach neurology until his death in 1936. His work has had a lasting impact on the field, particularly in the area of neurological diagnostics. The Chaddock reflex remains a part of neurological examinations today.

See Also

• Babinski sign
• Corticospinal tract
• Neurology
• Joseph Babinski