Exploring the neural process behind the ankle reflex, this chapter delves into how muscle spindles signal muscle contraction to maintain tone, discussing the involvement of key muscles like gastrocnemius and soleus, and the role of upper motor neurons in regulating reflex responses.
'A' - Todays term from the Anatomy & Physiology textbook is " Ankle Reflex (Achilles Reflex) ".
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