First reflex to reappear after spinal shock?
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. B Withdrawal reflexRef: Ganong, 25th ed. pg. 235* In days following development of spinal shock patient will have low threshold for elicitation of withdrawal reflex* Minimal noxious stimulus to arm will lead to withdrawal of one extremity and marked flexion-extension pattern of other 3 limbs.* Later the Deep tendon reflexes become brisk* Application of minor noxious stimulus will lead to evacuation of bladder and rectum called mass reflex.