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What's the tendon or ligament called that is under (not behind) your kneecap, and what is the nerve test called where they hit that with a hammer?
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Patellar ligament: The patellar ligament is anterior to the knee and the patellar tendon is hit with a reflex hammer to elicit the knee reflex. http://www.neuroexam.com/neuroexam/content.php?p=31
Answered 9/16/2014
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Patellar ligament: The test is called the patellar reflex or knee jerk, one of several deep tendon reflexes normally tested during physical examination. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 9/16/2014
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Patellar reflex: Patellar ligament. (Anterior cruciate is behind the patella or knee cap.) It is called a patellar reflex. Are you interested in the medical field? Usually people who have experience through their own illness or those of their family members, friends, or pets become interested.
Answered 9/15/2014
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