Reflex, Stretch

Reflex contraction of a muscle in response to stretching, which stimulates muscle proprioceptors.

Year introduced: 1982

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Tree Number(s): E01.370.376.550.650.700, E01.370.600.550.650.700, G11.561.731.768

MeSH Unique ID: D012026

Entry Terms:

• Stretch Reflex
• Reflex, Tendon
• Tendon Reflex

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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Diagnostic Techniques, Neurological
Neurologic Examination
Reflex
Reflex, Stretch

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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Physical Examination
Neurologic Examination
Reflex
Reflex, Stretch

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Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena
Nervous System Physiological Phenomena
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Reflex, Stretch