Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Stretch Reflex

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

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

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

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Reflex, Stretch
  • Reflex, Tendon
  • Tendon Reflex

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Aspects Covered

6 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings drug effects, ethics, genetics, immunology, physiology, radiation effects.

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History Note

82; was REFLEX, TENDON 1965-81

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  1. E01w.370.376.550w.650w.700w
  2. E01w.370.600w.550w.650w.700w
  3. G11.561.731w.768w

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NLM Classification

WL 106

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Stretch Reflex. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D012026. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D012026
  2. Stretch Reflex. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stretch_reflex
  3. Stretch Reflex. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1183041