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Increased deep tendon reflexes are a clinical finding in which the reflexes of the major joints in the body are tested by a physician (such as tapping beneath the knee) and are found to be produce more of a reflex response in speed or amount of movement.

Dr. Keegan Duchicela reviewed this

14 year experience in family medicine

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

Body locations

Leg, Arm, Extremity, Shoulder, Hand, Foot

Is Symptom of

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Is a Side Effect of

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