Crossed extensor reflex

CROSSED EXTENSOR REFLEX

  • To avoid noxious stimuli there will be withdrawal of limb and is associated with alteration of posture involving extensors of unaffected limbs to support the body.
  • Neurons involved are same as that of withdrawal reflex and also include neurons that control the extension of opposite limbs.

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