The value of muscle twitch and Achilles reflex recordings in thyroid disorders.
1966
G Preswick, and
R D Stewart, and
P O'Hara, and
I P Murray
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D009119
Muscle Contraction
A process leading to shortening and/or development of tension in muscle tissue. Muscle contraction occurs by a sliding filament mechanism whereby actin filaments slide inward among the myosin filaments.
An involuntary movement or exercise of function in a part, excited in response to a stimulus applied to the periphery and transmitted to the brain or spinal cord.
D006801
Humans
Members of the species Homo sapiens.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000125
Achilles Tendon
Tendon that connects the muscles in the back of the calf to the HEEL BONE.