Neurologic Exam-Adult | Motor Exam | Normal | Stretch or Deep Tendon Reflexes - Upper extremity

Motor Exam - Normal 04 - Stretch or Deep Tendon Reflexes - Upper extremity: A brisk tap to the muscle tendon using a reflex hammer produces a stretch to the muscle that results in a reflex contraction of the muscle. The muscles tested, segmental level, and grading of DTR's are listed here. Levels for DTR's: Biceps - C5-6; Brachioradialis - C5-6; Triceps - C7; Finger Flexors - C8. Grading DTR's: 0 - Absent; 1 - Decreased but present; 2 - Normal; 3 - Brisk and excessive; 4 - With clonus.