1) Describe the neural pathway involved in the Achilles tendon reflex 2) Describe the neural pathway involved in the Patellar tendon reflex. 3) The reflex times for the Achilles Tendon Reflex and the Patellar Tendon Reflex should be different? Why? 4) The conduction velocities for the Achille's tendon reflex and the Patellar tendon reflex should be similar. Why?
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These receptors, known as muscle spindles, detect changes in muscle length and tension. When the Achilles tendon is stretched, the muscle spindles are activated and send sensory signals to the spinal cord via the afferent fibers of the sciatic nerve. These sensory Show more…
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