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    Hyperreflexia

    What is hyperreflexia? Hyperreflexia is a condition characterized by overactive or exaggerated reflexes, where muscles respond too strongly to stimulation. It commonly occurs due to problems affecting the brain or spinal cord, particularly the upper motor neurons. People with hyperreflexia may experience muscle spasms, twitching, stiffness, or repetitive reflex movements. These reflexes become excessive in…