Reflexes: Classification and Properties

Reflexes: Classification And Properties

How are reflexes classified? What are the properties of a reflex?
Answer:

Classification of reflexes:

• Depending upon inborn or acquired
  1. Unconditional or inborn reflex
  2. Conditional or acquired reflex
• Depending upon the situation of the center
  1. Cerebellar reflex
  2. Cortical reflex
  3. Midbrain reflex
  4. Bulbar reflex
  5. Spinal reflex
• Depending upon the purpose
  1. Protective or flexor reflex
  2. Anti-gravity or extensor reflex
• Depending upon the number of synapse
  1. Monosynaptic
  2. Polysynaptic
• Depending upon clinical basis
  1. Superficial reflex
  2. Deep reflex
  3. Visceral reflex
  4. Pathological reflex