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deep tendon reflex. n. Tonic contraction of the muscles in response to a stretching force, due to stimulation of muscle proprioceptors. deep tendon reflex (DTR) a brisk contraction of a muscle in response to a sudden stretch induced by a sharp tap by a finger or rubber hammer on the tendon of insertion of the muscle. Absence of the reflex may be caused by damage to the muscle, peripheral nerve, nerve roots, or spinal cord at that level.
Technique. A 6cm incision is made along the inner side of the tendon. The torn tendon is exposed and the 2 ends are strongly stitched together so that there is the correct amount of tension. There is usually a very small tendon that runs alongside the Achilles which almost invariably remains intact.ecovery It is usually possible to start light jogging after 12 weeks and return to normal sports by 6 months. The Achilles is usually thickened after surgery and while this may reduce slightly with time it is normal for it to remain slightly thicker than the other side.