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How does a hyperactive stretch reflex (due to spinal cord injury) result in clonus?
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Brakes are released: The quick answer: the brain/spinal cord send electrical fibers to control the muscles. When the fibers are severed, the muscles "do their own thing", unregulated. http://www.livestrong.com/article/197920-causes-of-clonus/.
Answered 1/11/2016
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