A series of rhythmic and involuntary muscle contractions (at a frequency of about 5 to 7 Hz) that occur in response to an abruptly applied and sustained stretch.
Comment:
Clonus is a manifestation of spasticity that can occur with lesions of the corticospinal tract. Only sustained clonus (5 beats or more) is considered abnormal.
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exact_synonym:
Involuntary rhythmic muscular contractions and relaxations