statotonic reflexes

[ stăt′ə-tŏn′ĭk ]

pl.n.

Reflexes that control the tone of the limb muscles to maintain or regain a desired body position.

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Words nearby statotonic reflexes

statokinetic reflex, statolatry, statolith, stator, statoscope, statotonic reflexes, statto, statuary, statue, statue of liberty, statued
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