DTR Medical Abbreviation

Deep Tendon Reflexes

Deep 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.

Daughter

A female offspring. A female adopted child. A product of radioactive decay. A cell resulting from cell division.

Dance Therapist Registered

In medical science, a Dance Therapist Registered (DTR) is a healthcare professional who uses movement and dance to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Dance therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses movement and dance as a way to help individuals improve their physical, emotional, and cognitive health.

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Detour

A temporary route for traffic around a closed portion of a road.

Disclusion Time Reduction

Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) is a dental term that refers to a technique used to adjust a patient's bite. It involves identifying and eliminating any premature contacts between the teeth when the jaw is in motion. This is important because premature contacts can cause discomfort, damage to the teeth, and can interfere with normal chewing and speaking.

Dual Tension Restorer

Dietetic Technician, Registered

In medical science, a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) is a healthcare professional who is trained in the science of nutrition and works under the supervision of a registered dietitian (RD) to provide nutrition care and education to individuals and groups.

DTRs work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community organizations. They help to develop and implement nutrition care plans for patients and clients, and assist in monitoring and evaluating their progress.