Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781260159080
Author: Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 29, Problem 2.14A
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The major events occurring in the patellar reflex, from striking of the patellar ligament to the resulting response.

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The patellar reflex is also known as the knee jerk. Segments L4, L3, and L2 of the spinal cord are

responsible for controlling the reflexes of the knee. The reflex arc of the patellar reflex does not

include any interneuron for the contraction of the effector muscles.

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