patellar reflex

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Noun patellar reflex has 1 sense

knee jerk, knee-jerk reflex, patellar reflex - a reflex extension of the leg resulting from a sharp tap on the patellar tendon
--₁ is a kind of reflex, instinctive reflex, innate reflex, inborn reflex, unconditioned reflex, physiological reaction

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Patellar Reflex

Definition: The patellar reflex, also known as the knee-jerk reflex, is an involuntary muscle contraction that occurs in response to a sharp tap to the patellar tendon just below the kneecap.

Senses:

Medical: The patellar reflex is a diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to assess the integrity of the nervous system, particularly the spinal cord and certain motor pathways.

Example Sentences:

The doctor tested my patellar reflex by tapping my knee with a reflex hammer.
A brisk patellar reflex indicates that the nervous system is functioning properly.

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