plantar reflex

Noun

An involuntary reflex movement of the foot in response to stimulation of the sole.

ریشه

Combination of 'plantar' (relating to the sole of the foot) and 'reflex' (an involuntary response).

مثال

• The doctor tested the plantar reflex to assess the functioning of the nervous system.
• A normal plantar reflex involves the toes curling downward when the sole is stimulated.
• The absence of a plantar reflex can indicate nerve damage.