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Medical dictionary. 2011.
statokinetic — stato·kinetic … English syllables
statokinetic — |stad.ō+ adjective Etymology: stato + kinetic : of, relating to, or constituting a kinetic postural reflex that is initiated by stimulation of the semicircular canals through movements of the head and involves compensatory movements of the limbs… … Useful english dictionary
Reflex — A reaction that is involuntary. The corneal reflex is the blink that occurs with irritation of the eye. The nasal reflex is a sneeze. * * * 1. An involuntary reaction in response to a stimulus applied to the periphery and transmitted to the… … Medical dictionary
statotonic — stato·ton·ic .stat ə tän ik adj of, relating to, or being a tonic reflex that serves to establish or maintain the posture of an individual against the force of gravity and that is initiated by stimulation of the utricle of the labyrinth through… … Medical dictionary
statotonic — |stad.ə+ adjective Etymology: stato + tonic : of, relating to, or constituting a tonic postural reflex that is initiated by stimulation of the utricle of the labyrinth through position of the head or movements of the neck muscles and involves… … Useful english dictionary
