Term Name: ankle jerk reflex
Synonyms: Achilles reflex, Achilles tendon reflex, ankle reflex, triceps surae reflex
Definition: A reflex bending of the foot resulting from contraction of the calf muscles when the Achilles tendon is sharply struck.
Ontology: Behavior Ontology [NBO:0000410]

Relationships
is a type of: stretch reflex