Palmar Grasp Reflex/Primitive Squeeze 2,15

Onset: 10 weeks gestation

Integration: 4-6 months

Placing a finger in the infant’s hand from the ulnar to palmar surface will cause the infant’s fingers to flex around the finger. Grasp tightens during sucking.

Neonate: 0 Months

Palmar Grasp

Figure 2.13.1

Palmar grasp reflex in response to object placed in palm; oriented to ulnar side