Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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The role of stretch and flexor reflex.

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The spinal reflexes take place without any direct participation of the higher centers of the brain. Usually, such reflexes are found in animals whose brains are damaged or destroyed whereas the spinal cord is functioning. The reflexes are segregated into flexor, stretch, and superficial reflexes.

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