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In medical science, Deep Tendon Reflex (DTR) is a reflex that is elicited by the sudden stretching of a muscle group. It is a type of involuntary reflex that tests the function of the nervous system.
Common MedicalGovernmental & MilitaryHealthcareJobsMedicalNAACCRNursingPhysical TherapyTechnologyDeep Tendon Reflexes (DTRs) are a type of reflex that tests the function of the nervous system. These reflexes are involuntary muscle contractions that occur in response to a sudden stretch or tap on a specific tendon. DTRs are important for maintaining posture, balance, and coordination, and are controlled by the nervous system.
During a DTR test, a healthcare provider will use a reflex hammer to tap the tendon just below the muscle belly. The reflex response is graded on a scale of 0 to 4, with 0 indicating no reflex response and 4 indicating a very brisk reflex response. The most commonly tested DTRs are the knee-jerk reflex and the ankle reflex.
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