Tendon reflexes
The tendon reflexes are ones that are dependent on the integrity of certain nerve roots.
REFLEX ROOT MUSCLE
- biceps C5,C6 biceps
- triceps C7,C8 triceps
- supinator C5,C6 brachioradialis
- finger C8 finger flexors
- knee L3,L4 quadriceps
- ankle S1 gastrocnemius
- plantar S1 plantar
- abdominal T8-T12 anterior abdominal
- anal S3,S4 anal
- cremasteric T12,L1 cremasteric
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