Other MSK reflexes

Question 1

Flexor withdrawal reflex

Answer 1

Flexion withdrawal movement of a body part when the body part experiences pain

Question 2

Crossed extensor reflex

Answer 2

As the body part in pain flexes, the extensor muscles of the contralateral extremity contract to move that extremity into extension

Question 3

What is the purpose of the crossed extensor reflex?

Answer 3

To create a balanced posture of the body, to prevent falls

Question 4

Tonic neck reflex

Answer 4

Orders contraction of the muscles of the arms based on the change of neck position
E.g. neck rotates to the right, extensors of right arm and flexors of left arm contract

Question 5

Purpose of tonic neck reflex

Answer 5

Help orient the body in the direction to which the head is oriented

Question 6

Cervical-occular reflex

Answer 6

coordinates eye movement with cervical spine movement

Question 7

Righting reflex

Answer 7

Keeps us upright

Question 8

Cutaneous reflex

Answer 8

Causes relaxation in musculature after soft tissue manipulation or heat application