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Are the reflex reaction on your knees suppose to react on any part of the knee that is tapped? the top and sides of your thigh suppose to react ?
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Only patella tendon: The knee jerk or patella tendon reflex only occurs when the tendon is struck. The sides do not elicit the reflex.
Answered 4/8/2013
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