How to Test the Knee Jerk Reflex
Sit on the edge of a bed or table with your legs dangling.. Tap the spot right below your kneecap with the side of your hand.. Watch for your lower leg to kick forward slightly.
Steps
1
Sit on the edge of a bed or table with your legs dangling.
Sit on the edge of a bed or table with your legs dangling.
2
Tap the spot right below your kneecap with the side of your hand.
Tap the spot right below your kneecap with the side of your hand.
3
Watch for your lower leg to kick forward slightly.
Watch for your lower leg to kick forward slightly.
4
See your doctor if you're concerned about a neurological problem.
See your doctor if you're concerned about a neurological problem.
5
Talk to your doctor about your health history.
Talk to your doctor about your health history.
6
Let them test all your deep tendon reflexes.
Let them test all your deep tendon reflexes.
7
Consent to other tests to determine the source of the problem.
Consent to other tests to determine the source of the problem.
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