dictionary help| knee jerk | medical dictionary |
The reflex tested by tapping just below the bent knee on the patellar tendon to cause the quadriceps muscle to contract and bring the lower leg forward. It has given rise to the saying: a knee-jerk reaction. Also known medically as the patellar reflex.
(12 Dec 1998)
kneed, knee-deep, knee-elbow position, knee injuries < Prev | Next > knee-jerk reflex, knee joint, kneejointed
Bookmark with:      | word visualiser | Go and visit our forums  |
