The bulbocavernosus reflex (BCR), bulbospongiosus reflex (BSR) or "Osinski reflex" is a polysynaptic reflex that is useful in testing for spinal shock and gaining information about the state of spinal cord …

Jul 19, 2025 · The bulbocavernosus reflex is an involuntary reaction involving the muscles of the pelvic floor. It serves as a diagnostic tool for medical professionals to assess the function of nerves in the …

What is a Bulbocavernosus Reflex Test? The Bulbocavernosus reflex test, often referred to as the BCR test, is a straightforward yet highly effective neurological reflex assessment. It evaluates the function …

Bulbocavernosus reflex (BCR ) or bulbospongiosus reflex is a somatic reflex that is an indication of the integrity of sacral spinal roots ( S2-S4 spinal reflex arcs). It happens in response to squeezing the …

Jan 6, 2023 · The BCR is an oligosynaptic reflex arc composed of pudendal nerve fibres, which when activated results in contraction of the BC and external anal sphincter as effector responses.

The bulbocavernosus reflex (BCR) is an oligosynaptic sacral reflex that can be used to assess the integrity of sacral sensory and motor fibers as well as the sacral spinal cord segments, S2–S4.

Apr 16, 2024 · The bulbocavernosus reflex indicates the absence or presence of spinal shock. Spinal shock usually occurs between 24 and 72 hours after spinal injury. Spinal shock is manifested by the …