How Do You Spell CROSSED REFLEX?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈɒst ɹˈiːflɛks] (IPA)

The term "crossed reflex" is commonly used in the field of neurology to describe a reflex that is elicited on one side of the body, but results in a response on the opposite side. The spelling of this term can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /krɒst ˈriːflɛks/. The "cr" sound is pronounced with a hard "k" sound, followed by the "r" consonant. The "o" in "crossed" is pronounced with a short "o" sound, and the "ed" at the end is pronounced with a "t" sound. The "re" in "reflex" is pronounced with a long "i" sound, and the emphasis is on the second syllable.

CROSSED REFLEX Meaning and Definition

1. The term "crossed reflex" refers to a neurological reflex arc that involves the stimulation of a sensory receptor on one side of the body leading to a motor response on the opposite side. This reflex is also known as the crossed extensor reflex.

   In the crossed reflex, the pathway of information crosses from one side of the body to the other within the central nervous system. When the sensory receptor is stimulated, such as by a painful stimulus or pressure, the sensory information is transmitted via a sensory neuron to the spinal cord. Once in the spinal cord, the sensory information crosses over to the opposite side and ascends to higher centers in the brain for interpretation.

   At the same time, the crossed reflex produces a motor response that activates motor neurons on the opposite side of the body. This motor response results in the extension or contraction of muscles, leading to a coordinated movement that counteracts the initial stimulus. For example, if a person steps on a sharp object with their right foot, the crossed reflex will cause the left leg to extend and support the body weight, while the right leg is withdrawn.

   The crossed reflex is an important protective mechanism that helps to maintain balance, stability, and coordination in response to external stimuli. It plays a crucial role in postural control and enables individuals to react quickly to potentially harmful stimuli by adjusting their body position.

2. A stimulus applied to one side of the body causes a reflex movement on the opposite side.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for CROSSED REFLEX

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• crissed reflex
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• croased reflex
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