hyporeflexia

Definition: 
Weak or absent muscle response when a normal stimulus is applied. Underactive reflexes. Antonym: Hyperreflexia, increased action of the reflexes. Overactive reflexes. Hyperreflexia is defined as overactive or overresponsive reflexes. Examples of this can include twitching or spastic tendencies, which are indicative of upper motor neuron diseases such as ALS.
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