Triceps reflex

The triceps reflex is one of the physiological myotatic (proprioceptive) reflexes of the upper limb with segmental innervation C7.

The reflex is performed by tapping the hammer on the tendon of the m. triceps brachii. The upper limb is in approximately 90° of flexion at the elbow. The physiological response is adequate extension of the forearm.

 Triceps reflex  (video, Centre for e-learning, 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University):

https://el.lf1.cuni.cz/neuronorma/default/video/video20.html

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