Achilles (Heel) Deep Tendon Reflex Assessment

Neuromuscular Inhibition. Note: I’m talking specifically about reflex inhibition in this video. 📚 Neuromuscular inhibition is the process by which the nervous system reduces or “dampens” the activation of a muscle, either intentionally or reflexively, to limit its contraction. In simpler terms, it’s when the brain and spinal cord send signals that prevent a muscle from fully contracting, usually as a protective mechanism. It can occur in several ways: •Reflex inhibition: For example, when pain

Reflex Action - Definition, Process and Examples

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