The upper abdominal reflex is innervated by nerves through segments
a. T7–T9 c. T2–L1.
b. T11–T12 d. S1–S2.
A
The upper abdominal reflex is innervated by the intercostal nerves through T7, T8, T9.
The lower abdominal reflex is innervated through segments T10, T11, and T12 . Deep tendon reflexes, Achilles, and plantar are innervated through segments L5, S1, and S2 . T2–L1 are not involved with the abdominal reflexes.
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